Associate Specialist - Wang Lab

Specialist Wang Lab

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine invites applications for a part-time Associate Specialist position in the Wang Lab.

Under the supervision of Dr. Xiao-Jing Wang, the Associate Specialist will support research activities related to cancer biology and translational cancer research. The incumbent will contribute to experimental design, laboratory research activities, and data analysis supporting the research mission of the Wang Lab.

The incumbent will work under the supervision of Dr. Xiao-Jing Wang and demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a diverse environment.

This recruitment is conducted at the associate rank. The resulting hire will be at the associate rank, regardless of the proposed appointee's qualifications.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESIGNATED AREAS OF EXPERTISE

I. RESEARCH IN SPECIALIZED AREAS (90% EFFORT)

A. Collaborate with other research and extension personnel affiliated with research activities involving preparing an investigational drug (IND) under United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulation for a clinical trial in cancer patients at the UC Davis Cancer Center. Candidates are expected to perform quality control assays for the new drug, including HPLC- based purity and entity, bioassays, ELISA and efficacy studies. Candidates are expected to coordinate with cGMP facility and clinical trial pharmacy for new drug storage, inventory, and distribution. Evaluation of performance in research activities or in outreach activities as deemed applicable to the individual project in specialized areas, as documented by any of the following:

1) Develop GMP-compliant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to the work for IND application

2) Publications on which the Specialist is a co-author contributed to the work and manuscript writing.

3) Other evidence (e.g., letters from collaborators or principal investigators) that work done by the Specialist contributed to publishable research.

4) Active dissemination of information (beyond the boundaries of the campus) through informal instruction, presentations, or other means stemming from the Specialist's research accomplishments.

5) Other evidence of recognized expertise may include formal documentation of intellectual effort and participation in publishable research activities, first authorship on publications/patents, presentation of research at regional/national meetings, invitations to review grant proposals and/or journal articles, invitations to participate in research projects, and/or service on advisory panels.

B. Execute both sponsored and investigator-initiated studies supporting the research group. The candidate will ensure uninterrupted communication between individual laboratories, data management teams, and research personnel, and assist with preparation of reports tailored to project needs.

II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5% Effort)

1) Maintain technical expertise in cancer biology and translational research relevant to the Wang Lab research program.

2) Participate in seminars, scientific discussions, and collaborative research activities.

3) Contribute to preparation of manuscripts, presentations, and dissemination of research findings.

III. UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% EFFORT)

A. May maintain liaison and respond to the needs of various industry organizations, state and federal agencies, and other external groups on issues related to area of expertise.

B. Participate in activities of committees within the department, college, campus and other University entities, as appropriate.

Number of Positions Available: 1

Term of Appointment:

One-year appointment at 50%, with the possibility of extension based on the needs of the research project.

For the full position description and to apply, visit https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07555

* Has technical skills in HPLC analysis, IncuCyte based bioassays, mouse experiments for efficacy studies

* At least 3 years of relevant laboratory research experience in cancer biology, molecular biology, or translational biomedical research.

* Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, etc) in Biological sciences or related field

* All required CITI research module certificates

* Demonstrated proficiency with bench science activities, including but not limited to; dilution preparation specimen handling, accurate measuring of chemicals.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint.

* Extremely knowledgeable of Biological sciences.

* Attentive and reliable with various modes of communications (email, calls, texts, etc).

* Possess good inter-personal skills and be capable of working alongside a variety of different personalities and hospital occupations.

* Ability to develop grant applications and write research manuscripts.

* Reliable transportation.

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