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Physics Instructor (Temporary One Year) North Orange County Community College District Position Number: FCT593 Location: Fullerton College Department: Natural Sciences (FC) Percentage of Employment: 100% Months of Employment: Temporary One-Year Term Work Schedule: Temporary One-Year Term: Academic Year 2020-2021 Job Description: Teach lecture and laboratory courses in calculus-based physics, conceptual physics, and related courses to a diverse student population. Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities. Participate in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support student success. Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle. Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings. Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner. Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district, college and division policies in the performance of duties. Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions. Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African American, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students. Work cooperatively with staff and students. Evening and/or Saturday assignments may be required as part of the regular contract. Primary Purpose: Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs. Working Relationships: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Special Requirements: The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be submitted and from accredited postsecondary institutions. See our website at http://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications regarding accredited postsecondary institutions. Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website at http://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s in physics, astronomy or astrophysics OR Bachelor’s in physics or astronomy AND Master’s in engineering, mathematics, meteorology or geophysics OR The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee. Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom. Desirable Qualifications: College-level teaching experience in physics. Experience with a variety of instructional methods. Technical skills, including those relevant to teaching laboratory courses. Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to addressing equity gaps within STEM fields and promoting a culture that respects and advances diversity and inclusion. Working Conditions: Salary Range: $64,236 - $97,252 Annually Number of Vacancies: 1 Commitment to Diversity: Posting Number: 2016198FT Open Date: 01/16/2020 Close Date: 2/27/2020 Special Instructions Summary: This is a temporary position scheduled for the 2020-2021 Academic Year. This position is eligible for limited employee benefits. Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with the faculty collective bargaining agreement and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications. The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within the same fiscal year or 8 months, whichever is longer. To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”. The minimum required number of references for this position is five (5). All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. At the time of the interview a written exercise and/or an oral presentation related to the assignment may be required. Subsequent to the interviews, the screening committee will select candidates for final consideration. A second interview will be required of candidates selected as finalists. References, including a supervisor will be contacted if a candidate is moved forward as a finalist in the recruitment process. The effective start date may vary pending the approval of the academic calendar. NOCCCD offers reimbursement for candidate travel expenses. Visit http://www.nocccd.edu/Policies/PoliciesAndProcedures.htm to view the administrative procedures - AP 7120-10. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date. To apply, visit: https://nocccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/4033 Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-cbff19ce0347a94688fa32fe5d31a005

Noncredit Disability Support Services Instructor North Orange County Community College District Position Number: SCF998 Location: North Orange Continuing Education - Anaheim Campus Department: NOCE Dean, Anaheim Campus Percentage of Employment: 100% Months of Employment: 10 Months Per Year Work Schedule: Full Time, Tenure Track Job Description: Teach noncredit DSS classes and related courses to a diverse student population Participate in curriculum development and serve on department, division, college and district committees as necessary to maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in appropriate professional development activities. Participate in co-curricular activities, including planning, implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support student success. Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle. Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings. Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods and new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications) as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized and timely manner. Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with district, college and division policies in the performance of duties. Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions. Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have experience in this area with African American, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted students. Work cooperatively with staff and students. Evening and/or Saturday assignments may be required as part of the regular contract. Primary Purpose: Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs. Working Relationships: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Special Requirements: The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration. Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be submitted and from accredited postsecondary institutions. See our website at http://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications regarding accredited postsecondary institutions. Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website at http://www.nocccd.edu/minimum-qualifications for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees. Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree with any of the following majors: Education of students with specific or multiple disabilities; special education; psychology; physical education with an emphasis in adaptive physical education; communicative disorders; rehabilitation; computer-based education; other computer-related majors which include course work on adapted or assistive computer technology for students with disabilities; other majors related to providing specialized instruction or services to persons with disabilities. OR An associate degree with one of the majors specified above AND Four years of experience providing specialized instruction or services to persons in the disability category or categories being served. OR The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee. Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom. Desirable Qualifications: Master’s degree in special education, psychology, rehabilitation, and computer-related majors which include course work on adapted or assistive computer technology for students with disabilities. Two (2) or more years teaching experience providing instruction to college-age students with disabilities in the areas of workforce preparation, basic skills and adult executive functioning. Knowledge and competency in working with students who have disabilities with an emphasis on students who have ASD , ADD / ADHD , Mental Health Disabilities and Intellectual Disabilities. Knowledge of curriculum development and implementation as it relates to DSS instruction, Career Development and College Preparation ( CDCP ) certificates, Workforce Preparation, and Basic Skills. Knowledge pertaining to Universal Design for Learning and experience utilizing technology to more effectively serve students with disabilities. Knowledge of Federal and State requirements for serving individuals with disabilities as well as statewide outcomes for the California Adult Education Program ( CAEP ). Demonstrated success in helping students from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized racial and ethnic groups, nontraditional students, speakers of other languages, and students with disabilities. Working Conditions: Salary Range: $64,236 - $97,252 Annually Number of Vacancies: 1 Commitment to Diversity: Posting Number: 2016199FT Open Date: 01/14/2020 Close Date: 2/27/2020 Special Instructions Summary: Initial salary placement will be determined by the Office of Human Resources in accordance with the faculty collective bargaining agreement and is not negotiable. The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications. The District may choose to fill one or more positions from this recruitment within the same fiscal year or 8 months, whichever is longer. To ensure consistency and fairness to all applicants, please do not submit materials in addition to those requested. Additional materials will not be considered or returned. Be sure to complete all questions and sections of the application. For questions which may not apply, indicate “N/A” (not applicable). Do not use terms such as “see resume” or “see attached”. The minimum required number of references for this position is five (5). All applications will be screened under a process of utmost confidentiality by a committee of representatives from the college community. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview. At the time of the interview a written exercise and/or an oral presentation related to the assignment may be required. Subsequent to the interviews, the screening committee will select candidates for final consideration. A second interview will be required of candidates selected as finalists. References, including a supervisor will be contacted if a candidate is moved forward as a finalist in the recruitment process. The effective start date may vary pending the approval of the academic calendar. NOCCCD offers reimbursement for candidate travel expenses. Visit http://www.nocccd.edu/Policies/PoliciesAndProcedures.htm to view the administrative procedures - AP 7120-10. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling (714) 808-4810 at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date. To apply, visit: https://nocccd.peopleadmin.com/postings/4034 Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-16cbe0fec24ec848b817405e44e55492

The District’s goal as an academic community is to sustain a working environment that is welcoming to all, fosters and celebrates diversity, and promotes and rewards excellence. An exemplary academic community promotes an inclusive environment that best prepares our faculty, staff and students to live, work, and contribute to a global society. This position is a short-term, temporary, Non-Bargaining Unit assignment, not to exceed 160 days. The assignment is on an as needed basis, and may be shortened or extended. This recruitment will remain open until filled or withdrawn. Once you have submitted an application electronically, the current status of your application will be available to view at any time upon signing in under your personal username and password. All applications will be reviewed by Human Resources. Those qualified applicants who are selected, will be contacted by Human Resources for an interview. Please do not call the Human Resources Office regarding the status of your application. Saddleback College Student Health Services is seeking a Case Manager to work within the Student Health Services Division. This position is grant funded. Reporting directly to the Dean of Wellness, Social Services and Child Development, the Case Manager will join our team of Student Health Services staff that provide medical, mental health, crisis intervention and outreach services and activities for the students of Saddleback College.

Under direction from higher level administrative or full-time academic staff, assists in the preparation of materials and demonstrations for chemistry lab instruction; operates and demonstrates use of specialized equipment, supplies, and materials; and maintains the general cleanliness of the chemistry stockroom and laboratories.

Job #: G952 Posted Date: January 21, 2020 Closes On: February 4, 2020 Job Title: Research Assistant III - Peptide Biology Laboratory, Dr. Kuo-Fon Lee Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Clayton Foundation Laboratories for Peptide Biology Lab research is focused on the genes and molecules that guide brain cell development. Position Description: The Research Assistant III position is responsible for assisting with research in genetics and diseases of both marmoset and mouse models. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, she/he will assist in the transgenesis of marmosets and the analysis of the phenotype in both models, including neuroimaging, behavioral tests, stereotaxic injection, tissue collection and sectioning, immunohistochemistry, PCR, DNA and RNA extractions and genotyping. The position will require proficiency in marmoset and mouse handling and colony maintenance such as pedigree recording and the techniques required in assisting transgenesis of marmosets, including reproductive hormone profiling, monitoring surgery, oocyte collection, in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. Provides related training and guidance to less experienced research staff. Other responsibilities include data analysis and maintenance of tissue, DNA, and other experimental samples. Position will also assist with general laboratory maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies. Individuals will be expected to independently determine the timing of experiments, analysis, and presentation of results. Education: Required: Bachelor's degree in biological sciences or related field or equivalent experience Experience: Required: Minimum 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in a research environment. Demonstrated experience with techniques in transgenesis of marmosets, as well as marmoset husbandry and colony management. Experience with mouse colony management. 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 with human and non-human tissues and cells and complete all appropriate associated training. Must be willing to work independently and must have a flexible schedule to support research needs. Successful completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Must sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This role requires constant adjusting focus, seeing, sitting and working inside.  

  Job #: G954 Posted Date: January 22, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Lab Tech I - Plant Molecular and Cellular Biology Laboratory, Dr. Wolfgang Busch Status: Regular Part 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 equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: Coursework in genetics, plant biology, physics, or chemistry. Experience: Required: 0-2 years of relevant lab experience. 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. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant carrying 50+ pounds, handling, seeing and talking.    "

Interim Dean, Student Affairs and Enrollment Services Application Deadline: 2/12/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Representative Duties DEFINITION: Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services, provide direction and leadership to enrollment services and safety staff, and to students, student government and student activities. The Dean of Student Affairs, Enrollment Services, and Campus Safety is responsible for providing students with a safe environment that is conducive to learning, while contributing to their intellectual, emotional, academic, and professional development through increased classroom, campus, and community engagement initiatives. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Oversee Enrollment Services functions; direct and supervise services related to Admissions & Records and Financial Aid; Oversee student government activities, advise the student senate, and attend appropriate conferences with students as required or needed. Oversee Student Health Services. Acts as the Deputy Title IX Coordinator; provide comprehensive, timely response, investigations, and support services to individuals reporting Title IX violations. Supervise, direct, and evaluate campus safety staff and student employees. Responsible for the review, corrective action, and reporting related to safety and security on campus; investigate and report campus accidents and crimes; provide follow-up corrective action to improve the safety and security of employees, students, and public on campus. Coordinate with departments, security, and other agencies in planning and coordinating safety and security events and drills on campus; Responsible for the campus emergency response plan. Supervise and be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the Associated Students' budget. Direct, supervise, and coordinate college and student sponsored activities, campus organizations, campus clubs, and social and recreational activities; as well as coordinating use of facilities on campus. Direct, supervise and coordinate the operation of the College Center, and the student food service policy for food sales on campus. Administer the Student Code of Conduct, due process and student discipline. Adjudicate student appeals and grievances within areas of responsibility. Plan and coordinate activities pertaining to graduation ceremonies. Direct the coordination of the Students' Recognition Program and other student awards' activities. Direct the supervision and operation of the aquatic center. Coordinate and monitor campus posting areas and update the policies as necessary; Responsible for the development and management of the department's budget consistent with District fiscal policies. Supervise and evaluate assigned managers, faculty, staff, and student employees in accordance with applicable evaluation procedures. Serve as co-chair on the safety and facilities committee. Performs other related duties as assigned. Please click here to view the full job description.   Minimum Qualifications Possession of a related master's degree and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's assignment. IMPORTANT: To be considered for the position applying for, applicants must submit the required items by the deadline, which include: online IVC application, current resume, and ALL unofficial transcripts (transcripts must show degree was awarded or conferred with a completion date). All attachments will be uploaded into the online application. Applications which do not include all of the required materials will not be forwarded to the screening committee for consideration. Materials submitted become property of the District and will not be returned, copied, or considered for other openings. Supplemental Information Please click here to review current salary schedule. EEO Information Imperial Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status. Employer/employee paid medical coverage options, dental, vision, and life insurance. For additional information, click here (Download PDF reader) . Earned annual sick leave. Earned annual vacation leave for classified and confidential classified employees. Enrollment in a California Retirement System. 01 Please answer the following questions specifically and completely. These supplemental questions will be used with other application materials to screen applicants for interview. Applicants should submit at least one well-developed paragraph for each pf the supplemental questions. Answers should be thoughtful, substantive, carefully edited and may be much longer than one paragraph. If your response exceeds the maximum 600 character limit, you may continue your response by attaching an additional typed document. Please make sure to identify the questions by number. I have read and understand the above statements. Yes No 02 Supplemental Question A: Please describe what you consider to be the most important qualifications you have that would especially qualify you to fulfill the responsibilities of this position. 03 Supplemental Question B: What values or qualities would you bring to Imperial Valley College that would make a positive contribution to the campus? 04 Supplemental Question C: How would you ensure inclusiveness and diversity in your daily activities? Required Question To apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/imperialedu/jobs/2691478/interim-dean-student-affairs-and-enrollment-services The Imperial Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and will implement a comprehensive program to put those principles into practice. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, political or organizational affiliation, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will strive to achieve a workforce that is welcoming to men, women, persons with disabilities and individuals from all ethnic and other groups to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment. Such an environment fosters cooperation, acceptance, democracy and free expression of ideas. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-bba37ef7537641409c3035ebc2bf3ad5

Job Title Director of Summer Programs Job Description Job Summary: The Director of Summer Programs designs, develops, and operates comprehensive summer academic programs for the College. The Director is responsible for program design, curriculum development, policy and procedure development, instructor and classroom assistant hiring and training, personnel administration, budget preparation, marketing, and the day-to-day planning and implementation of summer programs, including Summer of Art. The Director is the primary event manager for summer public programs and lectures hosted by Extension. This position reports directly to the Dean of Extension. Location Los Angeles, CA (Westchester) Essential Duties Summary Responsibilities: • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate the performance of the Coordinator of Summer Programs, Administrative Assistant(s), and additional temporary and fixed-term summer employee staff. • Plan and develop program objectives and content. • Create, develop, and manage curriculum planning and program development, including approving all syllabi, and providing support and guidance for instructors. • Assess quality of program operations and modify as needed. Develop and implement all processes and procedures for program implementation. • Implement and manage the day-to-day operations of summer programs including recruitment, applications, facility reservations, daily communications, contracts, and evening support. • Develop program operating and administrative policies. Direct the dissemination, interpretation, and application of program policies. Authorize exceptions as needed. • Attend courses and special programs to provide quality assurance, introduce guest speakers, resolve problems, and address areas in need of attention. Participate in divisional program reviews and College-wide assessment and accreditation activities per WASC/WSCUC guidelines. • Implement and oversee the summer programs project timeline(s). • Review all summer program participant applications through slide room. • Work in partnership with the Dean of Extension to develop and cultivate new and existing summer programs. Work with other key constituents as appropriate. • Collaborate with the Dean of Extension to develop public programs and speaker series for all summer residency programs. • Initiate a marketing and communications strategy with the Communications Office and the Dean of Extension specific to summer programs. • Handle day-to-day management of summer programs budgets and reconcile expenses. Work in collaboration with the Dean of Extension to develop summer programs revenue and expenses and make strategic decisions about the selection of summer programs. • Primary point of contact for all Extension Summer Programs instructors. • Initiate and implement marketing materials including research, generate copy, edit, and proofread for marketing vehicles as needed (i.e., Summer of Art poster and brochure) • Represent the College and promote offered programs via visits to high schools, other arts organizations, and professional conferences. • Serve as a primary contact and resource and provide initial contact and follow-up for students. Respond to requests for information from colleagues, students, parents, educators, and other key constituents. • Hire, train, and supervise all summer program staff including program assistants, instructors, mentors, program liaisons, speakers, and teaching assistants. • Serve as the on-call lead staff during all summer program academic events throughout the summer. • Work in collaboration and coordination with Residence Life and Housing Director around turnover from academic year to summer programs. • Work in partnership with the Dean of Extension to manage day-to-day student issues and concerns. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Must be responsive to work-related phone calls and e-mails during non-business hours on occasion. Required Qualifications Qualifications: Master’s degree preferred and three to five years of progressively responsible experience in an administrative position. Experience working with Residence Life and/or summer conferences and events is desired. Must be a self-starting, hardworking, creative, strategic thinker, capable of managing and expanding summer programs. Excellent leadership, management, program development, and communication skills (both verbal and written) required. Experience with summer conferences and programs is preferred. Preferred Qualifications   Physical Demands   Special Conditions for Eligibility   EEO Statement Otis College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic which may be specified by law or college policy.  

Position Information   Job Title Campus Safety Officer Job Description Job Summary: The Campus Safety Officer performs a wide variety of service functions to support the safety and security of the College community and campus property. The Campus Safety Officer patrols assigned areas and responds to radio and/or phone calls for routine and/or emergency assistance in both criminal and non-criminal matters. Performs investigations and makes arrests when necessary. Deters and prevents unlawful behavior, and performs internal and external public safety functions. Reports to work in the event of an emergency. This position reports directly to Chief Safety & Security Officer. Location Los Angeles, CA (Westchester) Essential Duties Summary Responsibilities: • Patrols assigned areas and performs prescribed security checks. Maintains security of buildings and College related property by controlling access, and the opening and securing of buildings in accordance with departmental procedures or as directed. Operates and/or monitors electronic door access via closed-circuit systems and other security related devices. • Responds to phone and/or radio calls for routine and emergency assistance in both criminal and non-criminal situations. Assesses circumstances and conditions at the scene of an incident and determines the appropriate response. Makes urgent calls to local law enforcement agencies as needed. Assesses severity of medical emergencies, summons medical assistance as required (e.g., paramedics, fire department) and may transport non-life threatening sick and injured. • Maintains perimeter and crowd control in the areas of crimes, emergencies, and special events. • Escorts students, staff, faculty, and/or visitors between College buildings and their vehicles. • Assists with parking control and vehicle/pedestrian security. Directs traffic and gives directions. Issues citations as needed. • Maintains accurate records of daily activities including duty times, incidents, actions taken, observations made, and other relevant information. Prepares comprehensive incident and crime reports as required. Ensures reports are legally sufficient through consultation with supervisor. • Assists with planning and conducting crime prevention awareness programs and other public information workshops on such topics as personal safety, theft, emergency response, and loss prevention. • Enforces OSHA and CAL-OSHA regulations and college policies relating to safety, health, and fire prevention. Reports hazardous, unsafe or irregular conditions, as appropriate. • Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and mandatory reporter under the Clery Act. Receives reports of crimes or criminal incidents. Notifies supervisor of any reports that indicate the presence of an ongoing threat to the College community. • Carries non-lethal weapons (e.g., baton, aerosol projector, handcuffs) and makes arrests when necessary and in accordance with established departmental training and procedures and in compliance with state law enforcement laws. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent is required. Some college course work or technical training preferred. • Valid California Driver’s License required. Must have a reliable motor vehicle. Local travel to training events is required on occasion. • Valid Security Guard permit issued by the Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS) is required prior to start date. • Must be willing to take 40-hours of law enforcement class work within 90 days of employment. Must take an 8-hour baton/pepper spray class prior to carrying such defense weapons. Must maintain current CPR/First Aid and AED certification throughout duration of employment. • Must be able to report to work in case of emergencies. • Must be able to work varied days and shifts ranging from 8 to 10 hours per day. Overtime is needed on occasion during special events and campus emergencies. • Must be able to communicate effectively by phone, via hand-held radio, in writing, and during public speaking engagements. • Must be able to resolve conflicts and effectively defuse situations. • Must be able to function effectively in stressful and rapidly changing situations. • Familiarity using CCTV cameras and access card software is highly desired. • Familiarity using computers, databases, and MS Office programs is necessary. • Basic math skills required for calculating property loss for incident reports. Preferred Qualifications   Physical Demands Physical Requirements • Must be able to walk, climb stairs, and run for extended distances. • Must have sufficient hand, eye, and arm coordination. • Must have enough strength to physically restrain an adult or utilize safety equipment in self-defense. • Must be able to perform CPR/First Aid without accommodations. Special Conditions for Eligibility   EEO Statement Otis College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic which may be specified by law or college policy.  

Position Information   Job Title Technical Support Specialist Job Description Job Summary: The Technical Support Specialist provides technical maintenance and recovery support services for the College’s administrative offices as well as academic programs supporting faculty and students. This position serves on a team that acts as the primary liaison for all help desk inquiries either in-person, via phone, or on-line. This position provides assistance related to the installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT-related systems in both administrative and academic environments to ensure the highest levels of efficiency and security. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of End‐User Computing. Location Los Angeles, CA (Westchester) Essential Duties Summary Responsibilities: • Supports computing technology in administrative offices, academic computer labs, multimedia classrooms, portable IT‐related devices, and all other computing hardware and software. Identifies, diagnoses, tests, and resolves computer network and server performance problems. • Installs, configures, tests, and assists users with the implementation of new hardware, software, and applications. May develop custom scripts for end‐users. • Configures and tests computer hardware, network software, and operating system software for deployment. Monitors operating systems and application environments for performance and security. Maintains and administers computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations. • Assigns, modifies, and deletes user accounts/profiles and resolves IT‐access problems. Helps maintain integrity of IT‐related security systems. • Provides training and guidance to other technical support staff and student workers. Plans and designs training documentation and conducts hands‐on training. • Develops documentation for systems and administration procedures. May write reports and/or summaries (e.g., status reports, problem reports, progress summaries, system utilization reports) as needed. Implements and documents procedures for all supported hardware and software systems. • Recommends changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determines hardware or software requirements related to such changes. May help develop a equitable upgrade plan in collaboration with supervisor based on maintenance recommendations. • Stays informed of new developments and technologies by reading online and print publications, maintaining contact with vendors, and participating in professional organizations, meetings, and seminars. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in computer information systems, or related field is required or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education. • A minimum of 2 years of experience with systems administration is required, preferably in a higher education environment. • Working knowledge of Windows and MacOS is required. Linux, VMware, and Window/MacOS Server is desirable. • Experience in systems programming and scripting is desirable. • Experience with applications and tools including Banner, Oracle, MS SQL, MySQL, web‐based productivity applications, and open source solutions is desirable. • Must be able to work efficiently and cooperatively in a multitasking collaborative team environment. • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. • Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Must be willing to be available on‐call and perform duties outside of core business hours. Preferred Qualifications   Physical Demands   Special Conditions for Eligibility   EEO Statement Otis College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic which may be specified by law or college policy.  

The candidate's primary assignments may include teaching online, hybrid, or night courses, including but not limited to American Government, Comparative Politics, and International Relations.

Dean, Instructional Services MiraCosta College For full details and to apply, go to https://jobs.miracosta.edu/postings/1969 Type of Assignment: Administrator/Executive Compensation: Schedule and will not be less than $170,096 per year. To view the salary schedule, go to http://www.miracosta.edu/hr/downloads/2019-20AcademicAdministrators_000.pdf.This position will be subject to the academic administrators’ working conditions manual. Benefits: MiraCosta College offers a comprehensive package of benefits, which includes employer-paid medical, dental, and vision plans for employee and dependents; $100,000 employee life insurance; and other optional coverages. Academic administrators are normally covered under the California State Teachers’ Retirement System (CalSTRS). Position Details: One regular, full-time position, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year on the Oceanside campus. The work schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation. Basic Function: Under general direction plan, organize, and direct day-to-day operations of strategic student success programs and services. The dean will provide support, coordination, and leadership for guided pathways, schedule development, dual enrollment, strategic enrollment management, and other initiatives in support of student success and equity frameworks. Facilitate robust programming and pathway development for students as well as high school students participating in dual enrollment. Develop strategies in partnership with noncredit administrators and faculty to strengthen curriculum alignment and pathways between credit and noncredit programs.

Under direction from assigned supervisory or management staff, performs a variety of advanced level technical duties in support of Admissions and Records program activities including evaluation of transcripts; encodes and maintains degree audit and transfer equivalency systems including related programs, tables, reports, and functions; performs other Admissions & Records Specialist and Senior Admission & Records Specialist duties as assigned; prepares a variety of records and reports; and responds to difficult questions and requests for information from students, staff, and the general public received by phone, e-mail, or in-person.

POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Contextual Education will further CDSP’s commitment to forming leaders for mission and ministry in culturally diverse contexts and in a changing church and world. We seek an engaging, dynamic teacher who bridges the academy, the church, and the world, and who can enable students to articulate and embody a public theology that relates to Christian life and ministry today and in the future. This teacher will help prepare students for lay and ordained leadership in a variety of ministry settings in different cultural contexts. The Director of Contextual Education oversees field placements for students in both residential and low-residence programs, including training for field-placement supervisors and overseeing the work of the Field Placement Program Administrator. The Director of Contextual Education will teach required seminars concurrent with the first year of field placement. Candidates should be prepared to teach at the master’s level at an Episcopal seminary within the ecumenical and interfaith setting of the Graduate Theological Union (GTU), in Berkeley, California. CDSP’s new partnership with Trinity Church Wall Street (TCWS) means that the years ahead will bring opportunities for growth and expansion. The Director of Contextual Education will be an integral part of the faculty that will guide the development of new curricula, programs, and approaches to leadership education. This is a ranked position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level for an initial appointment of five years, beginning August 1, 2020. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Field Placement Program Coordinate field placements for students in both years of the field placement program, which comprises two required two-semester sequences – Theological Field Education I and II and Leadership for Ministry I and II. Oversee development of learning contracts for students in field placements. Oversee processes of student and supervisor evaluation of placements. Orient and supervise field-placement supervisors, including regular required training for all supervisors. Assess quality of sites and supervisors. Maintain and periodically update resources and forms for students, supervisors, and lay committees. Oversee the work of the Field Placement Program Administrator. Teaching and Research Teach the required two-semester sequence of courses in the first year of the field placement program, which is an integral part of the MDiv curriculum. The sequence is offered in both residential classroom and on-line formats, with short-term intensive residential course-work for online students. Coordinate course design with other faculty members in the practical theology area, particularly those teaching ministerial leadership, pastoral theology, and practical theology. Coordinate course design and content with other faculty to develop and refine how students engage with theological disciplines across the curriculum. Teach with academic rigor, an awareness of the diversity of ministry contexts, and a clear focus on CDSP’s core curricular commitments to mission, discipleship, and evangelism. Incorporate into all teaching a careful attentiveness to the key skills of contextualization, critical theory, and public conversation. Carry out a program of continuing engagement with academic research and scholarship, including making presentations at professional meetings and publishing articles, books, and reviews. Advising Serve as advisor to CDSP students in a variety of degree and certificate programs, including supervising theses for the M.A. and M.T.S. degrees. Engage with the pastoral and formational processes of advisees and other students preparing for ministry, ordained and lay. Become a Qualified Administrator (QA) of the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI). Interpret the IDI for advisees, and work with advisees on their Intercultural Development Plans (IDP). Seminary Life Participate fully in seminary worship, including preaching at least once per semester, and presiding at eucharist if appropriate to ordination status. Participate actively in community life, including meals and other events with students and faculty. External Service Listen and speak to the needs of the church and the world. Such service may include guest preaching and speaking engagements, both locally and nationally; participation in national, provincial, diocesan, or congregational committees and task forces; attending or leading church conferences and events; writing and publishing articles, reviews, and books. Participate actively in the life and ministry of a local congregation. Shared Faculty Commitments Work with colleagues at CDSP and in the GTU in all aspects of graduate professional theological education. With faculty at CDSP, assess and make recommendations about students’ readiness and suitability for ordination. Collaborate on curriculum development with senior leadership at CDSP and partners at TCWS. With faculty and senior staff at CDSP and TCWS, develop and implement strategies for addressing racism in our largely white context. Complete the IDI, receive feedback, and develop and work on a personal IDP. Collaborate with faculty in further developing intercultural pedagogy and curricula. Serve on faculty committees and assume other responsibilities and special projects as required. Perform all duties in a manner that promotes CDSP’s mission and core values. Adhere to confidentiality rules and all other CDSP policies, procedures, and rules. CDSP faculty contracts cover a full 12-month year and require full-time presence on campus and participation in community life during January Intersession and June Intensive terms (2 weeks each), as well as Fall and Spring semesters. The normal teaching load is five courses spread over these four terms, whether face-to-face or online.

Head, Collection Services Division Hiring range: Librarian $93,649- $101,441 per annum, based upon qualifications This is a full time appointment available starting July 2019. The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks a creative and forward-thinking professional to develop a unified approach to library technical collection support service operations across library units in order to address the rapidly evolving and changing services in support of library collections. This position represents a key opportunity to steward an integrated collection services philosophy across the library and to lead, shape and collaborate with the staff and librarians engaged in selecting, acquiring, preserving, making accessible and discoverable scholarly resources for the University of California, Berkeley Library community. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources, the Head, Collection Services Division will oversee the operational management, overall administration, long term planning, prioritization and coordination of acquisitions, cataloging and metadata services, e-resource management, preservation, and discovery. The Division Head is responsible for establishing and implementing technical collection support services policies, standards, best practices and procedures for the Library. The Division Head will lead three direct reports who collectively manage 4 librarians and 31 staff. The successful candidate will stay abreast of national trends and new developments in all areas of collection services. In this role the Division Head will collaborate with subject specialty libraries, other Library Division Heads, Library councils, Digital Library Program, Library administration and other departments and units within the Berkeley Library. The Division Head will also represent the Library at the UC system level and in regional, national, and international cooperative programs concerning collection support services and processing. The Environment The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's most iconic teaching and research institutions. Since 1868 Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic, and social value in California, the United States, and the world. Berkeley's culture of openness, freedom, and acceptance — academic and artistic, political and cultural — make it a very special place for students, faculty, and staff. Berkeley is committed to hiring and developing staff who want to work in a high-performing culture that supports the outstanding work of our faculty and students. Candidates are encouraged to read more about the UC Berkeley culture at http://jobs.berkeley.edu/why-berkeley.html . In a highly-diverse and intellectually-rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of over 30,000 undergraduate students, 11,000 graduate students, and 1,500 faculties. The Library also serves the people of California, and the world, through lending to over 35 countries a year, and making available a rapidly-growing archive of digitized special collections materials (over 4 million items so far). The UC Berkeley Library has contributed over 3 million digitized books to HathiTrust. The Library comprises 25 campus libraries, with a collection of nearly 13 million circulating volumes, almost 1.5 million e-books, subscriptions to over 130,000 journals and periodicals, and about 200 million items in its special collections, including rare materials held by The Bancroft Library, the C. V. Starr East Asian Library, the Bioscience, Natural Resources & Public Health Library, the Music Library, and the Anthropology Library. The UC Berkeley Library actively partners with the other nine UC campuses and the systemwide California Digital Library. The Library manages the systemwide off-site Northern Regional Library Facility. The Library has an operating budget of about $62 million with approximately 325 full-time employees and 600 student employees. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources, the Head, Collection Services Division will: Provide leadership, direction, guidance and expertise in collection services The position will supervise, guide, direct and lead effective efficient collection service operations in the Library, including acquisitions, cataloging and metadata, discovery, e-resource management, and preservation. The Division Head is also responsible for planning, organizing, and managing services to meet evolving needs in best practices for acquisitions, e-resource management, cataloging and metadata, preservation, discovery and access to scholarly resources in all formats. The Division Head provides the expertise, guidance and direction to enable successful collection support service operations. This role will work with Department Heads to assess and ensure compliance with national and local standards for e-resource management, acquisitions, discovery, preservation, conservation and cataloging and metadata for digital content. This role will keep abreast of and guide Department Heads regarding current standards, best practices, emerging technologies and will implement locally as appropriate. In addition, the position will work collaboratively across the Library to develop, guide and enhance discovery and access for purchased, licensed, and locally created digital content. Lead collection support communications, policy and procedure development The Division Head will guide communications pertaining to the Division's priorities and accomplishments by sharing and disseminating information on a regular basis with technical support units and Library-wide. In addition the role will establish and evaluate existing policies, procedures and best practices, and set priorities in acquisitions, cataloging, and preservation in an intensely collaborative environment. They will work with collection support staff, and in consultation with subject specialty libraries, governing library councils, and library administration and will represent the Library at the UC system, regional, national, and international levels, including cooperative programs concerning technical collection services support work. Lead long term planning, collaboration and assessment for collection services and projects that advance the Library's strategic plan The Division Head coordinates, collaborates, and systematically assesses collection support service operations to enhance the Library's discovery, collection development and digital strategies. The role contributes to Library-wide strategic planning, Department goal setting, and to all initiatives and projects that advance the Library's strategic plan as well as leads the development of assessment and benchmark strategies, statistics, and narrative and statistical reports to support short and long-term planning of the technical collection support services. This position is responsible for liaising and collaborating with Division Heads who manage any decentralized technical service operations or processes, in order to ensure consistency and best practices across the Library. This is a non-represented librarian position and is covered by the UC Academic Personnel Manual (APM). UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and governance and work effectively in a shared decision-making environment. Librarian advancement is partially based upon professional contributions beyond the primary assignment; the successful candidate will show promise or evidence of such contributions to the Library, campus, UC system, and profession. This recruitment will remain open until filled.

  Job #: G939 Posted Date: January 14, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Veterinary Tech 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: The position is expected to practice approved veterinary technical skills autonomously with or without constant/direct supervision on behalf of the attending veterinarian to ensure the health and wellbeing of research animals in accordance with all federal, state and institutional laws, regulations, policies and guidelines and based on departmental programmatic needs. The incumbent is expected to work actively with USDA covered species, including non-human primates (NHP). The position is also expected to assume a leading role in providing highly skilled technical support to research programs, and in training of animal users and less-experienced animal care technicians at the Institute. Education: Required: Graduation from AVMA or State of California approved animal health technician program. RVT (or CVT/LVT) and LATG certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire into position. Preferred: VTS-Laboratory animal medicine specialty certification. Experience: Required: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a laboratory animal facility or research facility with specific pathogen free (SPF) rodents, rabbits, guinea pigs, non-human primates, and other laboratory animals, of which up to 2 years of experience may be obtained through completion of veterinary technician schooling. The 5 or more years of overall experience must also include a minimum of 3 years of training experience in laboratory animal science and 3 years of clinical veterinary experience, which may be obtained concurrently. 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 or Wednesday-Sunday. 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 and walking. Calculating, communicating, reading, writing, exposure to animals, fumes, odors, mists, dusts, potential allergens and working inside.  

  Job #: G941 Posted Date: January 9, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow - Integrative Biology Laboratory, Dr. Graham McVicker Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Integrative Biology Laboratory The McVicker laboratory studies how human genetic variation affects gene regulation by combining experimental approaches with computational analyses. We are especially interested in identifying pathogenic regulatory variants that act in immune cells and cancer cells. Currently, we are developing new tools to discover somatic regulatory mutations in cancer genomes, and manipulating cell lines with high-throughput CRISPR technologies to discover new regulatory sequences. In much of our research, we develop sophisticated computational and statistical methods so that we can extract subtle signals from noisy experimental data. Position Description: Quantitative trait mapping of single cell gene expression and chromatin traits The McVicker Laboratory at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to tackle cutting-edge research problems in genetics, gene regulation and chromatin biology. The successful candidate will develop new statistical and computational methods to map single cell gene expression and chromatin traits and will have the opportunity analyze large single-cell ATAC-seq and single-cell RNA-seq datasets. These datasets are being collected by our collaborators at UCSD, and will be used to better understand the genetic basis of complex diseases including opioid addiction and type 1 diabetes. Diversity: We are committed to diversity in science. The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an architectural landmark and is one of the top biological research institutes in the world. It is located in beautiful La Jolla, a community of San Diego, California, and is close to many biotechnology companies and other research institutes including the University of California, San Diego. Education: Applicants should have a strong quantitative background and must have, or expect to receive, a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (Genetics, Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, etc.). Experience: Required skills/experience: Experience with Python or other scripting language Experience in R or other data analysis language Experience in statistics and/or machine learning Proficiency in Unix / Linux Proficiency in scientific writing and communication Contributions to published papers/preprints Strong interest in biology, chromatin, and gene regulation Desired skills/experience: Experience with bioinformatics tools / software Experience with next-generation sequencing data Experience with single-cell genomics Experience with C/C++ or other compiled programming language Ability to work closely with collaborators from diverse backgrounds Interest in complex human traits, especially diabetes or addiction, using human samples and animal models of disease Application Instructions: Email Dr. Graham McVicker at gmcvicker@salk.edu with your CV, a brief cover letter describing your background and research interests, and contact information for 2-3 references.  

  Job #: G942 Posted Date: January 10, 2020 Closes On: January 24, 2020 Job Title: Lab Tech II - Molecular and Cell Biology Laboratory, Dr. Tony Hunter Status: Temporary Part Time Benefits Eligible: No Laboratory/Department: Molecular and Cell Biology Laboratory Laboratory studies how cells regulate their growth and division, and how mutations in genes that regulate growth lead to cancer. Current efforts are aimed at elucidating how protein phosphorylation, ubiquitination, and SUMOylation events are used to regulate cell proliferation and growth control, and cell cycle checkpoint activation in response to DNA damage. Position Description: This person will assist with lab support (solution making and autoclaving), and will be trained to perform basic biochemical techniques including gel electrophoresis, (both protein and DNA); immunofluorescence; plasmid preparation; mammalian cell culture; mouse handling and colony management; and PCR used to make mutant proteins and to genotype mice. Education: Required: Undergraduate degree and coursework in biological sciences or related fields, or equivalent combination of education or experience. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in biological sciences. Experience: Required: 6 months experience as a lab technician or equivalent related experience. 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. Must be willing sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, keying, seeing, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing, working inside and in confined areas.  

  Job #: G945 Posted Date: January 13, 2020 Closes On: Open Until Filled Job Title: Research Assistant II/III - Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory, Dr. Nicola Allen Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Position Description: Position is responsible for assisting two projects investigating non-neuronal brain cells called astrocytes: 1) development of astrocytes; 2) how astrocytes affect the progression of neurodegenerative disorders. Duties include harvesting brain tissue, processing brain tissue for analysis, tissue sectioning, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscope imaging, molecular biology including cloning and analysis of RNA. Must be able to work independently after the initial training period. Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree in the biological sciences, preferably neuroscience component. Experience: Required: Immunohistochemical analysis of brain tissue. Molecular biology including knowledge of cloning. Microscopy Mouse handling. Preferred: Familiarity with sequencing technologies. Special Requirements: Must be willing to work in an animal-related research environment. Satisfactory completion of the Institute’s background investigation. Willing to work an adjusted schedule when research needs require it. Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement. Physical Requirements: This position requires constant adjusting focus, grasping, hearing, seeing and talking.  

  Job #: G947 Posted Date: January 15, 2020 Closes On: January 28, 2020 Job Title: Project Scientist - Gene Expression Laboratory, Dr. Geoffrey Wahl Status: Regular Full Time Benefits Eligible: Yes Laboratory/Department: Gene Expression Laboratory The research focuses on two important problems related to cancer biology. Currently, the studies revolve around the mammary gland to determine whether breast cancer arises from mutations within the stem cells that generate this tissue. The long-term goal of these studies is to determine whether such cells exhibit growth requirements and patterns of drug sensitivity that might be targeted for the development of more effective therapeutics. Position Description: The Project Scientist is expected to make significant contributions to a research project focused on important problems related to cancer initiation, detection, progression, metastasis and treatment. The Project Scientist will work independently in a support role under the general guidance of a PI. Goals or objectives of projects are set by PI and are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters that include molecular cloning, protein purification, diverse methods of RNA and protein analysis, tissue culture and selection of variants after transfection, and inducible expression systems. This position is expected to establish work plan and staffing for each phase of project and demonstrate success in a technical field. A Project Scientist is also responsible for overseeing the scientific progress of an assigned project, including setting priorities, planning procedures, coordinating activities of team members, allocating/securing resources and equipment, recording, integrating and reporting results of project phases and team, training team members and determining flow of activities between departments. The Project Scientist will be part of our ongoing mission to devise novel strategies to intercept cells undergoing reprogramming to reduce the probability that drug resistant or metastatic clones will arise or spread. Education: Required: PhD or MD degree in Biological Sciences, computational biology or related fields, or equivalent experience. Experience: Required: Minimum of 3 years of related post PhD/MD experience or equivalent. 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, handling, hearing, keying, seeing, sitting, talking, analyzing, calculating, communicating, reading, reasoning, writing, working in confined areas and inside.