Staff Research Associate II Innovative Genomics Institute

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Location Main Campus-Berkeley

Full / Part Time Full Time

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Departmental Overview

The Innovative Genomics Institute (IGI) is a non-profit, academic research organization formed through the partnership of UC Berkeley and UC San Francisco, and

located on the UC Berkeley campus. A key focus of the IGI is accelerating translation of CRISPR-based approaches to address real-world problems in human health, agriculture, and climate.

The IGI is committing to hiring researchers who want to work in a high- performing culture. The IGI is interested in applicants who may have had non- traditional career paths, taken time off for family / personal reasons, or excelled in careers outside academia. Most of our job postings list "required" and "preferred" qualifications. We encourage individuals to apply who do not meet every preferred qualification, but who could grow and thrive in the role.

Position Summary

This Staff Research Associate II will support microbiome-editing projects in the Rubin Lab by constructing and validating DNA tools (plasmids, CRISPR / CAST systems), delivering them to non-model bacteria and communities, and quantifying outcomes with sequencing-based assays. Responsible for generating high-quality reagents and reproducible data that advance our core programs in gut, soil / rhizosphere, and bioenergy-relevant microbiomes.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is : 11 / 06 / 2025.

Responsibilities

Responsible for molecular cloning & plasmid assembly (30%)

• Design, assembly, and QC of editing vectors (e.g., CRISPR-associated transposase systems, reporter / selection constructs, origin-of-replication variants).
• Perform PCR, Gibson / Golden Gate cloning, restriction analysis, plasmid prep, gel extraction, and Sanger / NGS-based verification to prepare cargos for delivery into non-model bacteria and microbiomes.

Editing in isolates & communities (25%)

Sequencing-based readouts & QC (20%)

Data organization, analysis & reporting (10%)

Lab operations, safety & compliance (10%)

Collaboration, communication & meetings (5%)

Required Qualifications

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $63,257.82 (Step 1) - $67,158.04 (Step 4).

How to Apply

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at :

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.