UCI MIND is an Organized Research Unit focusing on basic and clinical research in the fields of brain aging and cognitive disorders. Our mission is to discover means to improve the lives of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. UCI MIND is committed to community education with the goals of keeping the community informed of our progress, sharing learnings that can help community members reduce their risk for dementia.
This position is within the UCI Model Organism Development and Evaluation for Late-onset Alzheimer's disease (MODEL-AD) Disease Modeling Project (DMP) Core. MODEL-AD is a NIA / NIH-funded multi-project, multi-institutional grant whose goal is to produce the next generation of mouse models for late-onset AD and develop new therapeutic targets. Under supervision by the Project Scientist, the successful applicant will perform animal husbandry of newly developed transgenic animals to assist the production flow.
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
Experience in rodent handling in research laboratory
Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma
Excellent time-management and record-keeping skills
Strong work ethic
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred:
Ability to participate in shared project management workflow (via Teams, Slack, Trello, etc.)
Knowledge of basic mouse genetics
Special Conditions Required:
May be required to work on weekends as needed.
Working early shift (6:00am-2:30pm)
Conditions of Employment The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
Closing Statement The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]. Job Opening ID: 46443Reports To: Project Scientist Working Title: Animal TechnicianDepartment: Memory Impair Neuro DisordersBargaining Unit: TXFLSA: Non-ExemptPayroll Job Code: 009525Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 6 AM-2:30 PM, M-FEmployee Class: Career Position Summary: UCI MIND is an Organized Research Unit focusing on basic and clinical research in the fields of brain aging and cognitive disorders. Our mission is to discover means to improve the lives of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. UCI MIND is committed to community education with the goals of keeping the community informed of our progress, sharing learnings that can help community members reduce their risk for dementia. This position is within the UCI Model Organism Development and Evaluation for Late-onset Alzheimer's disease (MODEL-AD) Disease Modeling Project (DMP) Core. MODEL-AD is a NIA / NIH-funded multi-project, multi-institutional grant whose goal is to produce the next generation of mouse models for late-onset AD and develop new therapeutic targets. Under supervision by the Project Scientist, the successful applicant will perform animal husbandry of newly developed transgenic animals to assist the production flow. Compensation Range: $23.40 - $32.83 Department Website:https://mind.uci.edu/ Required:
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
Experience in rodent handling in research laboratory
Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma
Excellent time-management and record-keeping skills
Strong work ethic
Strong verbal and written communication skills Preferred:
Ability to participate in shared project management workflow (via Teams, Slack, Trello, etc.)
Knowledge of basic mouse genetics Special Conditions Required:
May be required to work on weekends as needed.
Working early shift (6:00am-2:30pm) Conditions of Employment The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected].
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