Salk Institute for Biological Studies

  Job #: H017 Posted Date: March 5, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Veterinary Technician I Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: The position is expected to: Laboratory Animal Care: Support the Veterinary Team with the provision of routine health care for a variety of laboratory animal species; Provide technical study support for all animals and animal research at the Institute; Perform or support routine health surveillance diagnostic testing; Laboratory Animal Training: Provide laboratory animal training and technical expertise to ARD and the Salk Institute Community to meet departmental/institutional goals and the needs of research/support staff; Write training and veterinary technical related standard operating procedures (SOP)/guidelines; Provide hands-on training and support to users of ARD databases and electronic systems. Education: Required: Graduation from AVMA or State of California approved animal health technician program and eligible to sit for VTNE Preferred: AALAS certification ALAT or higher. RVT (or CVT/LVT). Experience: Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with lab animal species or equivalent (i.e. 2 years of clinical experience and/or RVT training through schooling) Preferred: 3 or more years of experience in experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with specific pathogen free (SPF) rodents, rabbits, non-human primates and other lab animal species. 3 or more year of clinical veterinary experience. Proficient with anesthesia (pre-per-post operative). Extensive hands-on experience with animal husbandry, handling and restraint, blood sampling, injections, administering medications. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Able to work a flexible schedule based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned schedule of 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. with any of these shifts; Monday – Friday/ Sunday-Thursday/ Tuesday-Saturday. Must be able to work overtime as needed before or after regular shift or on weekends. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Emergency on-call duties may be required. Willing to sign an employee confidentiality agreement. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every 12 months / once a year) Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Tetanus (vaccination < 10 years) Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant grasping, handling, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, touching/feeling, walking, communicating, reading, writing, exposure to animals, fumes/odors/mists/dusts, potential allergens and working inside.  

  Job #: H014 Posted Date: March 5, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Security Dispatcher I Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Security Services Provides services that contribute to the protection of property and the safety of the Institute community. This is accomplished through uniformed patrol of the premises, traffic and parking control, incident /emergency response and general community service. Position Description: Position performs standardized, ongoing duties and tasks in the area of security dispatch with an emphasis on radio traffic management and electronic surveillance site patrol. Manages vehicle and card access registration. Monitors emergency phone lines, alarm consoles, CCTV, and dispatches security personnel as required. Maintains written logs and journals of all security related activity during assigned shift. Education: Preferred: Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services guard card. Experience: Required: Minimum 1 year experience in security/law enforcement-dispatching duties. Preferred: Security experience in a biotech, academic institution, or research institute. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be able to work any shift as assigned (Day: 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Swing: 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m., Grave: 10:30 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.) Must be able to work overtime as needed to support special events or provide coverage when not properly relieved at the shift's conclusion. Must be able to stand as needed during the regularly scheduled shift and for subsequent overtime as needed based on events that arise during any given shift or holdover period. Must be able to run or otherwise respond to an emergency in a timely manner. Must be willing to maintain First Aid/CPR/AED training/certification. Post-offer physical required including: Visual acuity: 20/40 with both eyes together, with or without corrective lenses. The ability to distinguish red, green, and yellow colors is required. The use of corrective eyeglasses or contact lenses shall not interfere with an individual's ability to effectively perform assigned security job duties during normal or emergency operations. Hearing: (a) Individuals shall have no hearing loss in the better ear greater than 30 decibels average at 500 Hz, 1,000 Hz, and 2,000 Hz with no level greater that 40 decibels at any one frequency. A hearing aid is acceptable provided suitable testing procedures demonstrate auditory acuity equivalent to the above stated requirement. The use of a hearing aid shall not decrease the effective performance of the individual's assigned security job duties during normal or emergency operations. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all FS employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every six months/twice a year) Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (proof of immunization and/or vaccination). Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, handling, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, touching/feeling, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.  

  Job #: H016 Posted Date: March 5, 2020 Closes On: March 18, 2020 Job Title: Lab Assistant Glassware Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: Incumbent is primarily responsible for processing laboratory glassware, producing and maintaining fly food inventories, and maintaining sterile tips and tube for laboratories. This includes collecting and transporting glassware from laboratories to the SCRM for processing and then delivering clean glassware back to laboratories. Incumbent is also responsible for processing fly food, tips, and tubes to ensure laboratories have adequate supplies to meet their needs. Processing involves the operation of washers, drying ovens, autoclaves, and a dispensing pump. Education: Required: High School diploma or equivalent Experience: Preferred: Experience in the biotech industry. Experience using a commercial washer and cleaning equipment. Special Requirements: Must have a valid Class C driver's license, be willing to sign the Institute’s Driver Agreement, and permit the Institute to obtain a copy of individual’s motor vehicle driving record. Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement Physical Requirements: This role requires constant adjusting focus, hearing, handling, reaching, seeing, sitting, standing, touching/feeling and working inside.  

Job #: H006 Posted Date: March 3, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Lead Tech, Cage Wash Operations Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: Position is responsible for mentoring and providing technical guidance to support daily animal facility operations. This includes but is not limited to daily standard operating procedures, high pressure steam and high temperature water systems, physical plant issues, soiled and clean cage operations, receiving/checking in animal deliveries, reverse osmosis water treatment systems, inter/intra-facility animal transfers and team and departmental meetings. Position ensures that all animals are housed and cared for humanely in accordance with the NRC Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, AAALAC, NIH, USDA,OLAW standards and Institutional policies and guidelines. Provides hands-on support of Soiled/Clean Operations as needed. Supports materials ordering/receiving/inventory process including inventories of feed and bedding and related activities including stock rotation, stockroom coordination, PPE. Assesses steam water systems, and daily operation of large equipment including the rack washer, tunnel washer, autoclave, bedding dispenser and vacuum system. Works on individual ventilated cage rack cycling program which may include sanitizing, sterilizing, and flushing chlorine water lines. Supports quality assurance program. Assists with operations staff training. Assists in the development of SOPs. Performs additional projects as required. Education: Required: H.S. Diploma AALAS certification LAT Preferred: B.S. degree in life sciences or extensive advanced post secondary courses in related biology, life sciences or laboratory animal science. AALAS certification LATG. Experience: Required: Minimum of five years of extensive animal care experience in a lab animal facility with two years at the senior tech level which includes experience in handling multi species, general sanitation practices, and use of equipment such as automatic cage washer and autoclave. Special Requirements: Able to occasionally work a flexible schedule based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned standard schedule: Mon. – Fri., 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. /6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Must be able to work overtime as needed before or after regular shift or on weekends. Must be able to work in a controlled environment wearing personal protective attire. Rotating weekend duties required. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every six months / twice a year) Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Rabies (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Tetanus (vaccination Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant standing, walking, hearing and exposure to noise.

Job #: G994 Posted Date: February 26, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Senior Grants Administrator Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Research Development Research Development provides pre-application services to faculty and staff seeking outside sources of funding for their research. The department helps investigators identify appropriate avenues for research support, with primary focus on developing and coordinating multi-investigator research programs. Position Description: Responsible for the preparation, submission, and management of a portfolio of grant, contract, and fellowship applications and awards from external funding sources, including Federal, State, voluntary health agencies and foundations. Assists faculty and staff with assessing grant application objectives and planning. Provides guidance and assistance to faculty and staff with proposal preparation, submission, and reporting. Provides support as needed to ensure that the faculty and research units maximize opportunities to secure external grant, contract, and fellowship funding. Prepares, submits and manages external grant, contract and fellowship applications and awards. Supports day-to-day operations, processes, practices and challenges associated with sponsored research administration, from the development and processing of proposals to reporting and closeout. Performs varying levels of pre-award duties related to selected external funding agency proposals. Independently reviews proposals to ensure the proper commitment of Institute resources and compliance with Institute and sponsoring agency requirements. Independently provides secondary review of applications. Independently identifies problems, troubleshoots and resolves variances, formulates solutions and/or makes recommendations in accordance with Institute, departmental, and agency requirements. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent years of experience. Preferred: Certified Research Administrator certification Experience: Required: Minimum five years non-profit grants management experience in proposal development, grant financial management or grant-related process improvement, or equivalent combination of post bachelor’s education and experience. Knowledge and experience with grant and contract policies, program reviewer guidelines, and extramural funding requirements. Proven ability to analyze and interpret which policies and procedures apply to a given situation; proven ability to perform internal review of procedures to ensure compliance with the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards 2 CFR 200 (commonly called "Uniform Guidance"). In-depth knowledge and current demonstrated experience in grant and contract proposal formats, preparation, submission and administration, as well as federal, state and private granting agency regulations. Experience in projecting salary, benefit and indirect costs with knowledge of payroll and personnel regulations including impact of salaries, merit increases, range adjustments and benefit costs. Experience in planning, researching, prospect searching, analyzing, implementing, and evaluating programs, and preparing grant and contract proposals, with the ability to develop reports and oral presentations. Excellent writing and analytical skills along with editing experience for various styles and lengths and for various audiences on an unusually broad range of subjects under tight deadlines (highly proficient in proofreading, editing, content style, flow and tone of written materials, proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence construction, and formatting). Excellent organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work on projects with competing deadlines and to establish goals and workload priorities to meet established and variable deadlines; flexibility in dealing with a variety of people and competing demands. Demonstrate skill in classifying, categorizing, and updating information on a systematic basis. Ability to set up and accurately maintain files for rapid and accurate access to information. Ability to enter, edit, retrieve information, recognize errors, and initiate corrections while using standard software applications, such as Word, Excel, Adobe, PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro, and e-mail programs. Experience with grants.gov, NSF FastLane, CDMRP eReceipt System, proposalCENTRAL, and/or other on-line proposal submission systems. Knowledge of national and international trends in research. Preferred: Experience with sub-awards and contracts Experience with Cayuse SP and 424 Minimum seven years non-profit grants management experience in proposal development, grant financial management or grant-related process improvement, or equivalent combination of post bachelor’s education and experience Minimum four years supervisory or relevant leadership experience Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign confidentiality agreement. Work schedule may vary based on workload and grant submission deadlines; standard schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p. m. Must be willing to periodically work additional hours, including evenings and weekends as needed. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.

Job #: G997 Posted Date: February 26, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Research Assistant I - Integrative Biology Laboratory, Dr. Edward Stites Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: The Research Assistant I will perform molecular biology protocols, experimental cell biology protocols, and assist with lab duties. The lab focuses upon studying cellular signaling networks important to cancer and human disease. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in biological sciences. Experience: Required: Experience with cell culture, transfection, western blotting, plasmid preparation and purification within a research laboratory setting. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work an adjusted schedule when necessary to support research needs. Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant touching/feeling, handling, calculating, reasoning, analyzing and working inside.

  Job #: H003 Posted Date: February 26, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Research Assistant III/IV - Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory, Dr. Kenta Asahina Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory Position Description: This position is a part of a growing research team focused on understanding the genetic and neural control of animal behavior. Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI), incumbent executes experiments and analysis of data outlined by the PI. The main duty is single-cell transcriptome analysis of neurons in the brains of the common fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster. Experience in next-generation sequencing, including sample preparation, library synthesis, and bioinformatics analysis, are essential. The incumbent will also assume essential laboratory management responsibility, which will require communication with various personnel in and outside of the laboratory for the smooth operation of laboratory research. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field. Experience: Required: 4 years minimum of experience conducting a project independently or with limited supervision, as a laboratory research assistant or equivalent position. Demonstrated experience in performing next-generation sequencing reactions in Illumina or PacBio platform. This includes RNA extractions from biological samples, cDNA library constructions, sample loading, confirmation of sequencing data, and quality controls at each step. Demonstrated application of molecular biology knowledge in nucleic acid (RNA and DNA) extraction from biological samples and DNA sequencing for independent troubleshooting. Demonstrated experience either in operating FACS, or in performing bioinformatics analysis on next-generation sequencing data. Demonstrated experience in laboratory management, including restocking, ordering, and maintenance of common laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, PCR machines, and pH meter. Preferred: Demonstrated experience in handling Drosophila melanogaster. Demonstrated genetic knowledge on genetics, especially of Drosophila melanogaster. Demonstrated experience in bioinformatics analysis on deep sequencing data. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to work an adjusted schedule to support research needs. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant grasping, hearing, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.  

  Job #: H004 Posted Date: March 3, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Colony Management Technician Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: The position provides skilled animal care to the colony management area of the Animal Resources Department in support of research activities. The incumbent is expected to assist researchers with rodent breeding, checking plugs and determining pregnancy, separating mice, consolidating and culling colonies, performing weaning and record keeping. This position also includes performing animal identification and collecting biological specimens for genotyping. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent, or Associate's degree in a related field with requisite experience for respective education level. AALAS certification as a Lab Animal Technician (LAT). Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience: Required: With a high school diploma, minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with rodents. Preferred: Prior tissue sampling experience. Prior colony management experience. Special Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work assigned schedules: Monday – Friday, Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday – Saturday. Management reserves the right to change or modify assigned schedules based on operational needs. Must be able to work overtime as needed before or after regular shift or on weekends. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (every six months / twice a year) Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Rabies (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Tetanus (vaccination < 10 years) Diphtheria (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant seeing, adjusting focus, hearing, lifting 0-20 pounds, communicating and working inside.  

  Job #: G991 Posted Date: February 21, 2020 Closes On: March 5, 2020 Job Title: Research Assistant I - Immunobiology and Microbial Pathogenesis, Dr. Ye Zheng Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Nomis Foundation Laboratories for Immunobiology and Microbial Pathogenesis Research in the lab is focused on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of regulatory T cell development and function. The long-term goal of the lab is to search for novel ways to enhance or attenuate Treg activity, and to apply findings in treatment of autoimmune diseases, improvement of organ transplant survival, and augmentation of anti-tumor immunity. Position Description: Responsible for duties in support of the Principal Investigator’s (PI) studies. Range of duties includes, but is not limited to: performing molecular biology techniques, data collection and analysis, preparing data for publications and reports. Maintains and prepares accurate records of all experiments. Assists with lab maintenance such as cleaning of laboratory glassware, sterilization of materials and preparation of solutions. Assists with maintaining adequate inventory of materials and equipment to ensure supplies for experimental needs. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Preferred: Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field. Experience: Required: No professional-level experience required if experience gained through completion of relevant undergraduate coursework. Preferred: Experience as a lab technician. Demonstrated experience with general lab maintenance, including cleaning, stocking supply inventory, and ensuring the maintenance of a sterile environment. Demonstrated experience and application of molecular biology knowledge preferably in biochemistry and cell culture. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Able to work a flexible schedule based on research needs and deadlines. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, seeing and working inside.  

  Job #: G980 Posted Date: February 20, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Animal Health Technician I Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: This position is responsible for routine processing of clean and soiled cages and accessories, maintenance and general janitorial duties in animal facilities, equipment maintenance, basic QA testing, processing deliveries from vendors and performing basic rodent husbandry tasks based on standard operating procedures and training to ensure compliance with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Animal Welfare Act and Regulations as well as all applicable federal, state, local and institutional laws, regulations, policies and guidelines. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent (AHT 1 LEVELS A/B/C) Preferred: AALAS certification at ALAT or higher level (AHT1 LEVEL C) A.A, B.A or B.S. degree. Experience: Required: AHT 1, LEVEL A: No experience necessary AHT 1, LEVELS B/C: Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience. Special Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work overtime based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned standard schedule: Monday – Friday, Sunday - Thursday, Tuesday - Saturday from 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m./6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m./ 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Management reserves the right to change or modify assigned schedules based on operational needs. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Possible rotating schedule. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (once a year) Tetanus/ Diphtheria (vaccination < 10 years proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards Physical Requirements: This position requires constant standing, seeing, adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, handling, lifting 0-20 pounds, communicating, being exposed to noise, potential allergens, fumes/odors/mites/ dust and working inside.  

  Job #: G993 Posted Date: February 19, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Lab Tech I - Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, Dr. Wolfgang Busch Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory Position Description: Under close supervision, position will perform tasks and experiments in support of academic research projects. Position will be part of plant research group studying the genes involved in Arabidopsis root growth. Responsibilities may include: preparing media plates, overseeing plating of seeds by a robot and/or plating seeds, scanning media plates on flatbed scanner, simple data analysis, watering plants, and general lab maintenance. Education: Required: Undergraduate coursework in biological sciences or related field, or combination of high school diploma (or equivalent) with relevant work experience. Preferred: Undergraduate coursework specifically in genetics, plant biology, physics, or chemistry   Experience: Required: No professional experience required if completed relevant undergraduate coursework. Preferred: Experience in a laboratory setting Experience with sterile environments Special Requirements: Must be willing to work an adjusted schedule to support research needs. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant handling and seeing.  

  Job #: G985 Posted Date: February 19, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Buyer I Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Purchasing Purchasing Services is responsible for securing required materials and/or services consistent with quality requirements, at the most economical price and delivery available. Position Description: Procures laboratory and administrative supplies and services within the level of delegated authority, and for assigned set of goods and services. Reviews Salk Client requisitions, recommends supply sources within established networks, negotiates and confirms price, payment terms, delivery and other requirements to meet the needs of Salk Clients while adhering to applicable internal and external policies and procedures. Documents procurement method, source selection and price reasonableness as required. Issues Purchase Orders and follows up as necessary to prevent and resolve supplier performance problems when they arise. Provides customer service support including expediting Purchase Orders, processing Change Orders, handling returns, resolving invoice discrepancies and following up on overdue orders. Develops and maintains supplier relationships. /p> As directed, selects or recommends suppliers based on requirements for quality, quantity and other specifications; solicits and analyze competitive quotes for procurement transactions under the small dollar threshold. Position may be required to perform administrative and procurement support duties such as; data management, generation of activity reports and spreadsheets, filing and document control; phone and customer service support, and other administrative duties as directed. Education: Required: BA/BS degree in business, finance, law, supply chain or related field; or procurement education certification from a university or recognized supply chain related professional organization (ISM, APICS, NLPA, NIGP, etc.); or the equivalent combination of certification and relevant work experience. Experience: Required: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Buyer role, preferably in a procurement department. Demonstrated experience in the research and reconciliation of invoicing, shipping, product and service related discrepancies. Prior experience using e-procurement and ERP systems. Jaggaer/SciQuest preferred. Preferred: Experience using Jaggaer/SciQuest application. Prior procurement experience in a science, biotechnology, academic, research or nonprofit industries. Prior experience complying with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Procurement Standards 2 CFR 200.317-326 including supplier diversity and conflicts of interest. Special Requirements: Must be able to work a standard 8 hour work schedule between the core department hours of 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday with overtime as needed. Conflict of interest disclosure required. Confidential information agreement (including Addendum E) required. Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, touching and feeling.  

  Job #: G979 Posted Date: February 10, 2020 Closes On: February 24, 2020 Job Title: Flow Cytometry Assistant, Flow Cytometry Core Facility Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: The Salk Institute Flow Cytometry Core Facility is recruiting a Flow Cytometry Assistant to assist in the daily operation of the Flow Cytometry Core Facility. The Flow Cytometry Core Facility provides routine cell-sorting and analysis services and support to the whole institute. With limited guidance on routine matters and detailed direction on moderate to complex matters, the Flow Cytometry Assistant supports core facility staff and provides assistance in the overall workflow including calibration, operation, and maintenance of all core instruments. The Flow Cytometry Specialist is responsible for providing routine guidance and assistance to new and existing facility users and will have the opportunity to work on several different BD platforms. Education: Required: Bachelors degree in biological sciences, bioengineering or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Preferred: Advanced degree in biological sciences, bioengineering or related discipline. Experience: Required: Typically requires a minimum of 6 months of experience in flow cytometry techniques and principles of operation. Experience preparing samples, with basic direction, for flow cytometry and data acquisition/analysis of samples. Basic experience with operation of BD analyzers and FACSDiva platforms. Preferred: 1 or more years of experience in flow cytometry techniques and principles of operation. Experience with operation of BD Influx cell sorter and BD Aria cell sorter. Prior experience working in flow cytometry core facility environment. Experience with Flowjo analysis software. Experience analyzing FACS data. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to work in a biohazardous environment (BSL-2). Must be able to work with high voltage equipment. Able to work a flexible schedule based on research needs and deadlines. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, handling, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.  

  Job #: G988 Posted Date: February 14, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Science Writer - Peptide Biology Laboratory, Dr. Alan Saghatelian Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: Writes and/or edits complex content for grant proposals, peer-reviewed publications, patents and communications. In collaboration with faculty and lab members, prepares grant applications and papers pertaining to new frontiers in cancer, virology, structural biology, synthetic biology, imaging, molecular biology and biotechnology. Ideal person is responsible for editing and coordinating the written content-technical and stylistic-together with associated figures for papers and grant proposals with the lab members and faculty. He or she must be able to meet proposal submission deadlines and funding goals, relate scientific and strategic goals to individual grant opportunities, and remain informed about information technologies, research trends, and research development within the PIs as well as other research institutions, universities and government entities within the field. Education: Required: M.S. in biological sciences. Preferred: Ph.D. in biological sciences. Experience: Required: Writes stylistically compelling and grammatically correct documents. Excellent written and verbal English. Adept communicator -capable of working with diverse personalities and translating world beating science into elegant prose and landmark papers. Ability to communicate and translate the scientific question and significance to both a technical and lay audience is critical. A minimum of three years of experience in successful writing of published papers and funded grant proposals. Experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines. Experience writing and coordinating interdisciplinary research proposals and papers with multiple collaborators. Demonstrated experience in researching, writing and submitting grant applications. Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting funding agency program announcements or requests for applications and development of proposals that are in compliance with agency requirements. Strong interest in and ability to quickly comprehend faculty scientific programs. Advanced analytical skills in researching and analyzing scientific research issues. Sound knowledge of scientific research design and methods, and strong ability to interpret and evaluate research results (i.e. data analysis, statistics, etc.). Ability to codify ideas into coherently written manuscript and/or proposal. Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage the writing process (research, draft preparation, review, and revision) of complex grant proposals and deliver fundable proposals in a timely manner to meet both interim and final deadlines. Ability and specialized skills to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved. Preferred: Expertise with Papers and software for managing references/bibliographies. Expertise with Adobe software suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) and PowerPoint to facilitate the preparation of figures. Ability to organize data, references, and text into easily accessible and shared folders for grants and papers. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.  

  Job #: G981 Posted Date: February 10, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Animal Health Technician II Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: This position is responsible for the basic daily husbandry operations in all facilities and with all species in accordance with standard operating procedures and training to ensure compliance with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Animal Welfare Act and Regulations as well as all applicable federal, state, local and institutional laws, regulations, policies. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent. ALAT certification by AALAS or RVT registration, LVT license, or CVT certification, or equivalent. Preferred: LAT certification by AALAS. A.A, B.A. or B.S. degree. Experience: Required: Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience with ALAT certification, or 1 year of relevant work experience with RVT, LVT, or CVT Special Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work overtime based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned standard schedule: Monday – Friday, Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m./6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m./ 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Management reserves the right to change or modify assigned schedules based on operational needs. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Possible rotating schedule. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (once a year) Tetanus/ Diphtheria (vaccination < 10 years proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards. Physical Requirements: This role requires constant standing, seeing, hearing, being exposed to fumes/odors/mists/dusts, potential allergens, exposure to animals and working inside.  

  Job #: G981 Posted Date: February 10, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Animal Health Technician II Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Animal Resources The ARD is dedicated to providing the highest quality of veterinary medical care, husbandry, enrichment and professional technical support to enable the scientists and their research. Position Description: This position is responsible for the basic daily husbandry operations in all facilities and with all species in accordance with standard operating procedures and training to ensure compliance with the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, the Animal Welfare Act and Regulations as well as all applicable federal, state, local and institutional laws, regulations, policies. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent. ALAT certification by AALAS or RVT registration, LVT license, or CVT certification, or equivalent. Preferred: LAT certification by AALAS. A.A, B.A. or B.S. degree. Experience: Required: Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience with ALAT certification, or 1 year of relevant work experience with RVT, LVT, or CVT Special Requirements: Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. Must be able to work overtime based on workload and deadlines. Must be able to work assigned standard schedule: Monday – Friday, Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m./6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m./7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m./ 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Management reserves the right to change or modify assigned schedules based on operational needs. Post offer physical required which may include respirator fit test. Possible rotating schedule. OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS As a safeguard for employees and animals, all ARD employees may be subject to vaccines/tests/physical exams prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs including but not limited to: TB Testing/Clearance (once a year) Tetanus/ Diphtheria (vaccination < 10 years proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination) Periodic physical exams (may include respirator fit test) Other vaccines/tests as required by Occupational Health & Safety standards. Physical Requirements: This role requires constant standing, seeing, hearing, being exposed to fumes/odors/mists/dusts, potential allergens, exposure to animals and working inside.  

  Job #: G979 Posted Date: February 10, 2020 Closes On: February 24, 2020 Job Title: Flow Cytometry Assistant, Flow Cytometry Core Facility Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: The Salk Institute Flow Cytometry Core Facility is recruiting a Flow Cytometry Assistant to assist in the daily operation of the Flow Cytometry Core Facility. The Flow Cytometry Core Facility provides routine cell-sorting and analysis services and support to the whole institute. With limited guidance on routine matters and detailed direction on moderate to complex matters, the Flow Cytometry Assistant supports core facility staff and provides assistance in the overall workflow including calibration, operation, and maintenance of all core instruments. The Flow Cytometry Specialist is responsible for providing routine guidance and assistance to new and existing facility users and will have the opportunity to work on several different BD platforms. Education: Required: Bachelors degree in biological sciences, bioengineering or related discipline, or equivalent work experience. Preferred: Advanced degree in biological sciences, bioengineering or related discipline. Experience: Required: Typically requires a minimum of 6 months of experience in flow cytometry techniques and principles of operation. Experience preparing samples, with basic direction, for flow cytometry and data acquisition/analysis of samples. Basic experience with operation of BD analyzers and FACSDiva platforms. Preferred: 1 or more years of experience in flow cytometry techniques and principles of operation. Experience with operation of BD Influx cell sorter and BD Aria cell sorter. Prior experience working in flow cytometry core facility environment. Experience with Flowjo analysis software. Experience analyzing FACS data. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to work in a biohazardous environment (BSL-2). Must be able to work with high voltage equipment. Able to work a flexible schedule based on research needs and deadlines. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, handling, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside.  

  Job #: G972 Posted Date: February 5, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Sr. Director, External Relations Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Development The Development department has primary responsibility to implement and execute strategies to meet Salk's specific fundraising needs through local, national and international philanthropic efforts. Position Description: Reporting directly to the Vice President, External Relations (VPER), the Senior Director, External Relations will have the responsibility for building a principal gifts program ($1M+ gifts) for individual and foundation donors primarily for the Optimal Aging Initiative at the Salk Institute for Biological Sciences, as well as other initiatives and fundraising programs as assigned. The Senior Director will create strategies, implement plans and set clear annual fundraising goals with the VPER for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and tracking of prospects and donors of 6-, 7- and 8-figure potential. Working closely with the VPER, colleagues within ER, key faculty and senior administrators, the Senior Director will pursue fundraising strategies to gain access to high net worth individuals and major foundations with a demonstrated history of supporting foundational research at the principal gift level ($1M+), particularly in the area of optimal aging. The Senior Director will pursue prospects on a national and potentially international level and may be expected to travel to represent the Institute. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree from a fully accredited academic institution. Experience: Required: 7+ years’ experience in Development, with significant history of major gifts work and achievement. This includes working with the public in cultivation, gift solicitations, stewardship and donor recognition. Demonstrated success at raising principal gifts ($1M +) in development and implementation of strategic solicitation plans that incorporate a concise definition of goals, targeted audiences and strategies in line with an institution’s goals and initiatives. Proven success in writing proposals directed to individuals, foundations and corporations. 5+ years’ experience with supervision and budget management. Demonstrated knowledge in the technique of donor prospect research with the ability to extract the pertinent/critical information from various sources. Preferred: Knowledge of foundational research and experience in fundraising for biomedical or health related research. Prior experience in a larger (500+) non-profit organization. Special Requirements: Must have access to reliable transportation and a California driver's license. Occasional evening and weekend work are required to attend donor events. Travel is required. Willing to sign an employee confidentiality agreement. Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the lnstitute's background investigation. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing, working in a confined area and working inside.  

Job #: G973 Posted Date: February 6, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Internal Communications Manager Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Communications The Department's mission is to present the Institute, its research, faculty and staff, and its iconic buildings, to diverse audiences via print, electronic media and the Internet. Position Description: The Internal Communications Manager facilitates Salk’s internal communications program designed to create, strengthen and support connections between Salk leadership, employees and faculty to advance the Institute’s mission of cutting-edge discoveries through an engaged workforce. The incumbent must be an excellent writer and a critical thinker who can tie together priorities of many internal stakeholders who are all trying to reach the same audience (or a subset thereof). This individual must have exceptional organizational skills to balance the relevance and consistency of information with the availability of multiple avenues that can be used to disseminate content effectively. In summary, the Internal Communications Manager utilizes best practices in writing, communications and technology to drive successful internal communications. Identified goals include implementing and managing internal communications strategies that bolster morale, retention and engagement efforts by working with all arms of Salk’s campus. Through effective, creative and innovative communication solutions, regular participation in activities across the Salk campus and active collaboration with internally focused departments who provide services to Salk faculty and staff, this visible position is integral in building upon, supporting and promoting Salk’s community and culture. Working closely with Communications (COMM) colleagues, the Internal Communications Manager develops a wide range of written and multimedia content for various channels to promote the Salk experience and enhance employee interactions and engages cross-campus leadership (including faculty) to facilitate messaging across campus. In addition, the Internal Communications Manager manages and schedules the distribution of content across available channels and tools in a timely and consistent manner while maintaining established style and brand. The Internal Communications Manager also serves as a proofreader and copyeditor, to ensure that all materials are consistent and in line with Salk’s Style Guide. The Internal Communications Manager will also be responsible for engaging with Salk Faculty and leadership in creating communications related to Salk’s Campaign for the Future. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism or Communications, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience: Required: 5+ years of experience working in public relations, internal communications, general communications or related field. Experience in a role that requires recommendations to broad stakeholders about effective internal communications. Experience developing and distributing digital content. Demonstrated experience in utilizing various computer software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases and desktop publishing. Extensive experience editing and proofreading correspondence, reports and proposals. Preferred: Prior experience in a larger (500+) non-profit organization Experience working in a shared governance organization. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Will require occasional evenings and weekends to assist with events. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must be willing to sign an employee confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing and working inside and in confined areas.  

  Job #: G964 Posted Date: January 27, 2020 Closes On: February 10, 2020 Job Title: Lab Tech I – Clayton Foundation Laboratories for Peptide Biology, Dr. Marc Montminy Status: Regular Part Time Benefits Eligible: No Laboratory/Department: Clayton Foundation Laboratories for Peptide Biology Current work in the lab focuses on the identification of CREB target genes and characterization of agonists and antagonists that may be used to evaluate the importance of CREB in mediating cellular responses to various stimuli. Position Description: Under general supervision, position performs tasks and experiments in support of academic research projects. Responsibilities may include routine molecular biology, biochemical, and cell biology techniques. Maintains and prepares accurate records of all experiments. Assists with general laboratory organization and maintenance. Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Undergraduate, including laboratory, coursework in biological sciences or related field. Experience: Required: No professional experience required. Preferred: 1 or more years of experience in a laboratory setting, which may be obtained during undergraduate laboratory coursework. Demonstrated experience and knowledge in cell biology and animal models. Proficient in the operation of standard lab equipment and computer hardware/software. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Must be willing to work an adjusted schedule to support research needs. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Physical Requirements: This role requires constant handling, seeing, sitting, standing and talking.