Biomolecular Electron Microscopy Facility Manager

Company: University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC)
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

• Chemistry and Biochemistry: Biomolecular Electron Microscopy Facility Manager (Open until filled. Apply by 2/11/21) (JPF00984) Chemistry and Biochemistry: Biomolecular Electron Microscopy Facility Manager (Open until filled. Apply by 2/11/21) Job #JPF00984
  • Physical & Biological Sciences Division - Chemistry and Biochemistry Recruitment Period Open date: January 12th, 2021 Next review date: Thursday, Feb 11, 2021 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
    Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Monday, Jan 31, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
    Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Description The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites applications for a Biomolecular Electron Microscopy Facility Manager. Under the supervision of Professor Seth Rubin, the successful applicant will manage instrumentation in the Division of Physical and Biological Science's electron microscopy facility and contribute to structural biology research projects in collaboration with researchers on campus. Scientific responsibilities include participation in collaborative research towards macromolecular structure determination with faculty in the Physical & Biological Sciences Division, contributing to grant writing, and coordination of scientific interactions among other research groups in the SF Bay Area. Primary facility management responsibilities will include maintaining equipment, coordinating repairs, training, scheduling, and overseeing data collection, processing, and storage. Training activities will involve assisting students, postdoctoral researchers and other professionals with sample preparation, experimental design, and data analysis. The position will require the incumbent to troubleshoot experiments and perform tasks in an organized, methodical and analytical manner; work independently and as a part of a team of faculty, staff and students; and possess excellent interpersonal skills ensure success in oversight and assistance of an extensive user base. Applicants with doctoral degrees in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field are strongly encouraged to apply. SALARY
    Commensurate with qualifications and experience. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
    • A Master's degree (or equivalent foreign degree) in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology or related field at the time of application.
      
    • Experience in all aspects of determining macromolecular structure using single particle cryo-electron microscopy, including experience in sample preparation and screening, data collection and processing, and structure determination and refinement.
    • A record of scientific publications in peer-reviewed research journals and in giving presentations at major scientific meetings. POSITION AVAILABLE
      As soon as possible after initial review of the applications. DURATION OF POSITION
      Initial appointment will be full-time for two years, with the possibility of reappointment. Should the hiring unit propose reappointment; a review to assess performance will be conducted. Reappointment is also contingent upon the availability of funding. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
      Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system. All documents and materials must be submitted as PDFs. Reference Requirement
      Applicants must provide the names and contact information of three professional references. The hiring unit will request confidential letters* from the references of those applicants who are under serious consideration. Note that your references, or dossier service, will submit their confidential letters directly to the UC Recruit System. *All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC's confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm . RECRUITMENT PERIOD
      Full consideration will be given to applications completed by February 11, 2021. Applications received after this date will be considered only if the position has not been filled. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 or by phone at (831) 459-2686. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check (see https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify ). The university sponsors employment-based visas for nonresidents who are offered academic appointments at UC Santa Cruz (see https://apo.ucsc.edu/policy/capm/102.530.html ). UCSC is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact Disability Management Services at roberts@ucsc.edu (831) 459-4602. UCSC is committed to addressing the spousal and partner employment needs of our candidates and employees. As part of this commitment, our institution is a member of the Northern California Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (NorCal HERC). Visit the NorCal HERC website at https://www.hercjobs.org/regions/higher-ed-careers-northern-california/ to search for open positions within a commutable distance of our institution. Cover Letter - Letter of application that briefly summarizes your qualifications and interest in the position. Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. that documents a record of scientific publications and presentations at scientific meetings Academic Recruit
      University of California, Santa Cruz

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