Staff Research Associate (SRA 2 NEX)

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80397

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Davis

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Full Time

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Job Summary

Under the supervision of the principal investigator, investigate how exosomes, genetic background, and sex differences (among others) influence the mitochondrial (dys)function in the neurodegenerative disorder FXTAS.

Apply By Date : October 21, 2025 at 11 : 59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position

• Major, MS or PhD in biological sciences, or a related field.
• Previous experience working in a research laboratory (3-4 years minimum).
• Previous experience working with human data and specimens.
• Outstanding and demonstrated communication, interpersonal, and scientific writing skills.
• Expertise in biochemistry and molecular biology.
• Ability to work in a collegial team setting.
• A strong commitment to research excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

The Department of Molecular Biosciences serves at the academic home for all nutritional, physiological chemistry and pharmacologic and toxicologic programs of the School of Veterinary Medicine at UC Davis. Our goal is to study fundamental biological processes and their pertubations by mutations, nutrition, drugs and xenobiotis and the application of these to the improvement of animal and human health. Faculty participate in a number of graduate groups including Genetics, Microbiology, Neurosciences, Nutritional Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology, and Pharmacology & Toxicology. The department also contributes substantially to school and campus initiatives in Environmental and Human Health. Faculty include toxicologists at the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System (CAHFS) and provide expertise for the Equine Analytical Program of the State of California. The department also shares responsibility for the Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Toxicology, and Clinical Nutritional Programs, including the Nutrition Service at the VMTH.

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Work Environment

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Work overtime including evenings, weekends and / or holidays to meet the business needs. Position may, at times, require employee to work with or be in areas where hazardous materials are present. The position is subject to Medical Surveillance procedures and review in accordance with Federal and State Laws and Regulations and University Policy.

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