UC San Diego
Sr. Neurobiology Lab Research Associate - 137370
UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Sr. Neurobiology Lab Research Associate – La Jolla, CA 92093, United States
Filing Deadline: Thu 11/13/2025
UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 11/4/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 11/13/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTION Under supervision, the incumbent will assist researchers in Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease to explore the biology of these conditions and decipher underlying mechanisms. The incumbent will make significant innovative contributions towards research goals, and is responsible for educating students, with special responsibility for training in immunostaining and morphological analysis including confocal microscopy.
The incumbent must be able to perform SDS‑PAGE and Western immunoblotting, ELISAs, RNA isolation and RT‑qPCR, and help with general laboratory maintenance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Strong theoretical knowledge in Neuroscience, Biology, typically attained by a bachelor's degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience working with animals (mice).
Strong experience with immunocytochemical and immunofluorescence microscopy.
Strong laboratory experience for staining with DAB and fluorescence. Ability to make significant innovative contributions towards research goals.
Demonstrate expertise in assessing morphological parameters in the brains of disease models including unbiased stereology.
Experience in methods of analysis.
Extensive experience with routine culture techniques, sterilization, and proper disposal of tissue‑culture waste.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Ability to take ownership of work performance, follow through on assignments, and take initiative to learn more advanced skill in experiments and techniques.
Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills that facilitate professional, effective, and courteous interaction with a diverse population.
Strong computer skills using network systems and web‑based databases. Experience creating and maintaining databases.
Knowledge of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Down Syndrome.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be available to work some weekends and evenings.
Must be able to work in an animal research related work environment.
Must be willing to work with mice.
Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $69,763 - $112,181 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $33.41 - $53.73
Vaccination and Certification Policy If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 11/4/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 11/13/2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
DESCRIPTION Under supervision, the incumbent will assist researchers in Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease to explore the biology of these conditions and decipher underlying mechanisms. The incumbent will make significant innovative contributions towards research goals, and is responsible for educating students, with special responsibility for training in immunostaining and morphological analysis including confocal microscopy.
The incumbent must be able to perform SDS‑PAGE and Western immunoblotting, ELISAs, RNA isolation and RT‑qPCR, and help with general laboratory maintenance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Strong theoretical knowledge in Neuroscience, Biology, typically attained by a bachelor's degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience working with animals (mice).
Strong experience with immunocytochemical and immunofluorescence microscopy.
Strong laboratory experience for staining with DAB and fluorescence. Ability to make significant innovative contributions towards research goals.
Demonstrate expertise in assessing morphological parameters in the brains of disease models including unbiased stereology.
Experience in methods of analysis.
Extensive experience with routine culture techniques, sterilization, and proper disposal of tissue‑culture waste.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Ability to take ownership of work performance, follow through on assignments, and take initiative to learn more advanced skill in experiments and techniques.
Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills that facilitate professional, effective, and courteous interaction with a diverse population.
Strong computer skills using network systems and web‑based databases. Experience creating and maintaining databases.
Knowledge of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Down Syndrome.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be available to work some weekends and evenings.
Must be able to work in an animal research related work environment.
Must be willing to work with mice.
Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $69,763 - $112,181 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $33.41 - $53.73
Vaccination and Certification Policy If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person skills assessment; online‑only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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.
Apply Now
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