Staff Research Associate 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.

The UC Irvine Transgenic Mouse Facility (TMF) is a core facility that provides services on a recharge basis for making, breeding, genotyping, importing, and preserving genetically-modified mice and embryonic stem cells. In addition to academic clients at UCI, we also service academic investigators at several other sister UC-campuses and numerous other universities throughout the USA as well as providing these services to commercial clients.

To learn more about UCI MIND, visit https://mind.uci.edu/

Under the general supervision of the UC Irvine Transgenic Mouse Facility (TMF) Managing Director, the successful applicant will participate in the generation of genetically modified, using CRISPR genome editing technology within the TMF. This position is suited to an individual with a professional approach to laboratory animal care and a strong interest in advancing genetic research.

The successful candidate will be responsible for comprehensive mouse husbandry, conducting genetic crosses, tissue biopsy collection, and meticulous data recording to deploy newly developed genetically modified mouse lines to the research community, including late-onset Alzheimer's disease models. The role requires someone who demonstrates professionalism and attention to detail in animal care.

Additional laboratory responsibilities include performing molecular biology procedures and analysis, such as DNA extraction from mouse tissue biopsies, participating in molecular characterization of genetic modifications using Sanger and Next-Gen sequencing technologies, and assisting in the development and optimization of genotyping assays using PCR and qPCR methodologies. The successful candidate will start to follow established protocols and procedures while contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge genetic modification technologies.

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- $28.13 (Hourly).

Special Conditions:

• Early morning shift required: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. May be required to work on weekends as needed. Must wear protective clothing (PPE) provided. Constant exposure to possible allergens in the animal rooms, including (but not limited to) animal waste from dirty cages, dirty bedding, animal hair and dander and dust.The work area is enclosed with no direct access to open air.

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.