DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The School of Biological Sciences is a large and complex school within Academic Affairs and is overseen by the Dean of Biological Sciences with the assistance of Associate and Assistant Deans. BioSci has four academic departments, Cell and Developmental Biology, Ecology Behavior and Evolution, Molecular Biology and Neurobiology with a Shared Services Administration unit supporting the the Dean, the School, and the four departments. Each department is headed by a Chair who works individually to represent their section, and works collaboratively as a member of the Council of Chairs (COC) on School concerns which cross the boundaries of section governance. BioSci reflects broad foci in faculty research and in the academic programs offered by the School. The School has over 110 faculty FTE, ~50 professional researchers, ~150 postdoctoral scholars, ~55 adjuncts, ~20 Unit 18s, ~145 staff in career/casual titles, and ~425 student workers and volunteers and involves members of ~9 bargaining units. There are approximately ~5,500 undergraduate students enrolled in 8 majors, with annual enrollments of ~32,000 students; ~350 graduate students with annual enrollments of ~2,400; more than $34 million per annum in extramural funding, and approximately ~$65 million in total annual expenditures. The School occupies space in 10 buildings, totaling 302,000 SF, including class laboratories and instructional support space, research labs, and recharge facilities.

Our mission is to advance knowledge of basic biological sciences and apply our research discoveries in ways that improve human health, protect our environment and enrich our economy. We fulfill our mission every day by educating and preparing the next generation of scientists, physicians, medical researchers and educators for 21st century careers, and by increasing public understanding of biology and encouraging scientific discovery among K12 teachers and school children.

To learn more about this vibrant center of scientific discovery refer to the school's webpage at www.biology.ucsd.edu.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under close supervision, the incumbent will assist the Principal Investigator and other senior researchers in carrying out experiments to study the innate immune system of the roundworm, C. elegans. This position will involve ordering equipment and supplies, receiving, and organizing these items. In addition, this position will involve organizing and maintaining databases of laboratory reagents, such as strains, constructs and primers. The position involves lab management, as well as support the research of C. elegans defense against infection, examining the genetics and cell biology of defense against different pathogens. Position will also involve overseeing undergraduate lab helpers and assistants, as well as overseeing lab safety and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or a GED and 2 years of laboratory experience OR 2 years of college including courses in biology and/or microbiology and 1 year of relative laboratory experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Knowledge and experience with laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, bioguard hood, microscopes, freezers, pipettes, autoclave, balances, incubators.

• Experience in the preparation of scientific reagents.

• Ability to evaluate and communicate scientific data and present information clearly and concisely. Ability to assist in preparation of detailed and accurate scientific reports.

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills. Skill to set up and maintain computerized and hard copy inventories and record keeping systems.

• Mathematical computation skills and ability to maintain data accurately.

• Computer skills including word processing, graphics application with a willingness and ability to update and increase skills and knowledge as needed.

• Knowledge of sterile techniques for bacterial culture.

• Demonstrated successful, positive interpersonal and oral and written communication skills using tact, diplomacy, discretion, and flexibility with diverse personalities and situations. Skill to work as part of a research team. Skill to interact effectively wit

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