Junior Specialist — Molecular & Tissue Biology Research

University of California; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California in Davis is seeking a Junior Specialist to plan and execute experiments on mouse and jerboa tissue during vertebra formation. The role includes animal husbandry, tissue processing, histology, and in situ methods, with involvement in literature review and manuscript preparation.

The candidate will assist in lab management, order supplies, ensure protocol compliance, and mentor undergraduate students while presenting at meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in molecular/cellular biology or developmental biology or related field with lab experience.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, interpersonal, and decision-making skills; ability to work independently or in a team.
• Experience with PCR, DNA extraction, plasmid preps or immunostaining and in situ hybridization.
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks and document data for publications and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments involving mouse and jerboa tissue collection.
• Assist with animal husbandry, colony maintenance, and lab supplies.
• Help with protocols, safety compliance, and training undergraduates.
• Attend lab meetings and assist in preparing figures/manuscripts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Decision-making

Independent work

Teamwork

Lab notebook

Education

Bachelors degree in molecular/cellular or developmental biology

Tools

PCR

DNA extraction

Immunostaining

In situ hybridization

Job description

University of California in Davis is seeking a Junior Specialist to plan and execute experiments on mouse and jerboa tissue during vertebra formation. The role includes animal husbandry, tissue processing, histology, and in situ methods, with involvement in literature review and manuscript preparation.

The candidate will assist in lab management, order supplies, ensure protocol compliance, and mentor undergraduate students while presenting at meetings.