Temporary Lab Assistant 1 (9605C), Molecular Therapeutics Initiative - 80494
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Departmental Overview
The UC Berkeley Molecular Therapeutics Initiative (MTI) reinvents drug discovery at the interface of academia and biotech by building on unique strengths of UC Berkeley: a detailed mechanistic understanding of the pathobiology at the heart of disease; the collaborative and interdisciplinary research between UC Berkeley laboratories in biology, chemistry and computational science; and the deep relationships between MTI faculty and the biotech and venture capital world. The MTI will catalyze a new generation of innovative therapeutic modalities, bringing together fundamental discoveries in human disease biology with pioneering technologies for to tackle the most challenging diseases of our time.
Position Summary
Responsible for laboratory duties including assisting with planning, execution and data collection for a research project and work under close supervision.
Application Review Date
The First Review Date for this job is: 09/02/2025.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with laboratory management and supporting scientific investigations and experiments.
- Prepare buffers and reagents for experiments.
- Recording and analyzing data.
- Collecting, preparing and/or testing samples.
- Presenting results to senior staff.
- Writing reports, reviews and summaries.
- Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments.
Required Qualifications
- Working knowledge of research function.
- Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to assist with research experiments under supervision.
- Ability to follow instructions, attention to details.
- Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
The budgeted hourly rate that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $19.72 (Step 1).
- (40 hours/week), to end in June 2026.
- This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.
How to Apply
- To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Other Information
This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Technical Unit (TX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/tx/index.html
Section B.2.a. b. The position into which the employee is hired is not an "ongoing" position, in that the position is established and funded for less than a year at any percent of time.
- This is not a visa opportunity.
- This recruitment has 5 openings.
SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
Abusive Conduct in the Workplace
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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