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Assistant Specialist in Plant Genetics in Botany and Plant Sciences

The Department of Botany and Plant Sciences at the University of California invites applicants for a one full-time Assistant Specialist in Plant Genetics to conduct applied research for the Dr. Daniel Koenig’s Lab in Riverside, CA. This position will start on October 25, 2023. The purpose of this position is to is to link genomes to phenotypes in plants. The final candidate will conduct molecular biology analysis of plants, including application and development of wet lab techniques, plant care, and field work. The final candidate will also be expected to maintain organization and execution of large field and wet lab experiments, as well as manage the lab safety and ordering.

The current base pay range is $59,200 – $65,900.

Required qualifications for this position that must be met by the date of application include: Master Degree in Plant Biotechnology. Experience in molecular biology of plants including knowledge of the standard wet lab techniques, plant care, and field work with barley. Previous experience as a research assistant in the field. Extensive experience in developing and executing protocols in plant genomics including high throughput preparation of samples for Illumina and Pacific Biosciences sequencing.

Preferred qualifications for this position include: UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

Advancement through the Assistant Specialist ranks at the University of California is through a series of structured, merit-based evaluations, occurring every 2-3 years.

To apply: submit Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Past and/or Planned Future Contributions to Advancing Diversity and Inclusive Excellence to https://aprecruit.ucr.edu/apply/JPF01778. Review of applications will commence on September 30, 2023, and proceed until position is filled. For full consideration, applicants should submit their complete applications prior to the above date.
For more information about this position, please contact Daniel Koenig, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Botany and Plant Sciences, at dkoenig@ucr.edu . For questions on application procedures and requirements, please contact Mrs. Naudia Samuels Johnson, Academic Personnel, at naudia.samuelsjohnson@ucr.edu.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

University of California COVID-19 Vaccination Program Policy: As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs (https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy), as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

UCR is a world-class research university with an exceptionally diverse undergraduate student body. Its mission is explicitly linked to providing routes to educational success for underrepresented and first-generation college students. A commitment to this mission is a preferred qualification.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.