Junior Specialist-Brooks-Kayal Lab
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![]() United States, California, Sacramento | |
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Position overview
Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 at Step 1 or $54,600 at Step 2. Application Window Open date: March 15, 2024 Most recent review date: Friday, Apr 19, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Final date: Thursday, Mar 13, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Position description The Department of Neurology at the University of California Davis, School of Medicine is recruiting for a full-time Junior Specialist in research on the cellular and molecular pathways that mediate the development of epilepsy following brain injury. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESIGNATED AREAS OF EXPERTISE The incumbent will work under the supervision of Dr. Amy Brooks-Kayal and will have the ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a diverse environment. I. RESEARCH (90% Effort) Some of the duties associated with this position entail activities to be performed in confined spaces. The incumbent will be required to sit or stand for extended period of time while performing rodent surgeries and/or scoring behavioral seizures. This is a 100% on site position. General work hours are Mon-Fri 8hrs/day. Occasional long hours and/or weekends will be required based on laboratory and department needs. II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE (5% Effort) III. UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% Effort) Qualifications Basic qualifications
(required at time of application)
* Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent degree) with a major in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Biology, Bioengineering or a related field; Preferred qualifications
(other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)
Knowledge of animal care and handling; Application Requirements Document requirements
Reference requirements
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