Research Assistant

Primary Purpose Under the supervision of Faculty in the Department of Biomedical Sciences, The Research Assistant performs laboratory procedures to support microbiology and animal research. The Research Assistant reports to the Principle Investigator of the project. Essential Functions

• Position is a grant-funded part-time, 20 hours per week position.
• Conduct research experiments, analyze research data, and provide reports, as needed.
• Performs research using mouse models.
• Must be knowledgeable of and strictly adhere to research protocol involving animal models. Training will be provided for working with mouse models.
• Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens, chemical hazards, and / or biohazardous materials may reasonably be anticipated. Personal protective equipment will be provided to reduce or eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Word, Excel to produce research reports and collect data.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff. Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Other :

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position requires standing, lifting, bending, and reaching during majority of working hours. Position requires lifting objects of up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment / Work Week / Travel :

Work is performed during normal business hours, up to 20 hours per week. Hiring Range $20.00 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Background Check Statement All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.