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Departmental Overview

The California Institute for Quantitative Biosciences at UC Berkeley (QB3- Berkeley) harnesses the quantitative sciences of physics and engineering to unify our understanding of biological systems at all levels of complexity, from atoms and molecules to cells, tissues, and entire living organisms.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: May 27, 2024

Responsibilities

• Adopt diverse methods to isolate phages from diverse environments, carry out genome wide screening assays, sample preparations for next gene ration sequencing, and prepare easy to follow experimental records.
• Optimize growth of bacterial pathogens and their genetic manipulations.
• Carry out phage evolution experiments, sample collection and processing.
• Carry out experimental protocols to study phage combinations with phage/antibiotic/metals/chemicals.
• Adopt and improvise robotic automation protocols and tools for enhanced research productivity.
• Attend weekly/monthly team meetings and provide an update on the project.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of handling bacteria and phage strains including their isolation and characterization.
• Experience in genome/plasmid preparation, PCR, gel electrophoresis.
• Knowledge of multiple sample collection and processing.
• Acquaintance with molecular cloning, media formulations, and strain archiving.

Education/Training:

• B.S. degree in microbiology, virology, genetics, biochemistry, bioengineering, synthetic biology, genomics, molecular biology; a related field with 1-2 years related experience; and/or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of next generation sequencing technologies.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, maintain appropriate records.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $58,490.82 (step 1.0) - $94,091.99 (step 25.0).

• This is a 100%, full-time (40 hours per week), career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.
• This position is exempt and paid monthly.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/rx/index.html.

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