Eye Development Research Specialist (Junior)

University of California; Davis, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis—School of Medicine seeks a Junior Specialist to assist in studying Pax2 and Pax8 roles in eye development and adult homeostasis. This 100% full-time, up-to-two-year appointment involves close collaboration with the PI and independent project work after training.

Emphasis on molecular, genetic and neurobiological methods, data handling, and manuscript support. The role includes participation in three areas: research, professional competence, and university service,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related field (awarded before start date).
• Minimum 1 year of laboratory research experience.
• Experience with molecular biology assays (DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis).
• Experience with lab animal (rodent) handling.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills for inventories and multiple simultaneous experiments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to cleanliness and detail sufficient for lab practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PI in planning and executing research projects, data collection and quality control.
• Conduct studies using molecular, genetic, genomic and neurobiological tools to study Pax2 and Pax8 in the eye.
• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook and contribute to manuscript preparation, abstracts and figures.
• Support lab maintenance, safety, inventory, and paperwork; ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Present at departmental seminars or journal clubs and participate in departmental conferences.
• Train and mentor undergraduate researchers participating in the lab studies.

Skills

Written & oral communication

Independence

Organization & time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related field

Job description

University of California, Davis—School of Medicine seeks a Junior Specialist to assist in studying Pax2 and Pax8 roles in eye development and adult homeostasis. This 100% full-time, up-to-two-year appointment involves close collaboration with the PI and independent project work after training.

Emphasis on molecular, genetic and neurobiological methods, data handling, and manuscript support. The role includes participation in three areas: research, professional competence, and university service,