Staff Research Associate (SRA 1)

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

UCI MIND is an Organized Research Unit focusing on basic and clinical research in the fields of brain aging and cognitive disorders. Our mission is to discover means to improve the lives of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. UCI MIND is committed to community education by providing insights to help community members lower their risk of developing dementia.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit https://mind.uci.edu/.

Under the general supervision of the Project Scientist, the successful applicant will be responsible for husbandry, breeding, biopsy, data recording of Alzheimer's Disease and other genetic mouse models within the UC Irvine Transgenic Mouse Facility (TMF). Additional duties as the Colony Manager involve performing laboratory procedures and analysis, including but not limited to, extraction of DNA from biopsies of genetically modified mice and molecular analysis of genetic changes in the genomes.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $26.41- $27.54 (Hourly).

Required:

• Ability to participate in shared project management workflow (via Teams, Slack, Trello, etc.) Excellent time-management and record-keeping skills Strong work ethic Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to see projects through to completion Strong interpersonal skills with the flexibility to navigate dynamic team settings and shifting priorities.
• Bachelor's degree in biology, reproductive physiology, genetics, molecular biology or other closely related field, or minimum of 2 years work experience managing a genetically modified mouse colony in a research laboratory setting.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of basic mouse genetics and transgenic line development workflow Knowledge of basic CRISPR Cas9 technology Experience in mouse colony management software Experience in conventional PCR and qPCR genotyping Experience in designing PCR protocols
• 1-2 years of similar experience

Special Conditions:

• Early morning shift required: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Occasional overtime as needed. May be required to work on weekends as needed.
• Must wear protective clothing (PPE) provided.
• Continuous exposure to potential allergens in the animal rooms, including animal waste that may accumulate in cages and bedding between scheduled cleanings. Other allergens present include, but are not limited to, animal hair, dander, and dust. The work environment is enclosed without direct access to open air, which may intensify exposure to these allergens.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.