Assistant Specialist in Neuroscience Research Institute (Kosik lab)

The laboratory of Dr. Kenneth Kosik in the Neuroscience Research Institute at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time Assistant Specialist. The successful candidate will be involved in performing animal surgery, setting up neuronal cultures, preparing brain organoids, optimizing brain organoid techniques, characterizing neuronal cultures and brain organoids immunocytochemically, communicating results and preparing reports.

Appointees to the Specialist series engage in specialized research, professional activity, and University and/or public service. Specialists use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions to the research enterprise of the University and to achieve recognition in the professional and scientific community. Appointees at the Assistant Specialist level enable research as part of a team and may provide some independent input into the planning and execution of the research.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

Department: https://www.nri.ucsb.edu/

Lab: https://ken-kosik.mcdb.ucsb.edu/

A master's degree in biology or related field is required.

A minimum of 5 years of post graduate experience in the biomedical field.

• PhD degree in biology or related field preferred.
• Advanced training in the biomedical field.
• Knowledgeable in the area of neuroanatomy.
• Experience with sterile techniques.

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3 references. The department will conduct a reference check for the finalist before extending an offer.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.