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The Department of Psychology (http://psy.ucsd.edu/) consistently ranks among the top experimental psychology programs in the country. There are approximately 30 ladder-rank faculty, 20 research faculty, 35 staff and 66 graduate students in the department.
Under supervision, the Lab Assistant will be involved in research in the lab that is aimed at understanding the neural basis of natural behavior. Work in the lab combines studies of animal behavior with techniques for recording neural responses in cortex. This position is for a person who will both be involved in conducting behavioral research and managing many of the logistical aspects of the laboratory. The responsibilities of this position include overseeing the daily health and well being of two large (~200) animal colonies, coordinating all health care of both colonies with veterinarian staff, overseeing animal transfers within and between campuses, conducting behavioral experiments, training and managing undergraduate students, scheduling and performing surgeries and managing lab supplies. Those with experience and interest in animal behavior are well suited for this position. But the nature of the work requires that the employee also be comfortable with wet lab techniques.
Minimum two years of experience working in an animal laboratory.
Experience maintaining and generating a filing and record system.
Experience programming in Matlab.
Two years of College-level coursework in psychology, or in a related area
Interpersonal skills including appropriate interview techniques, diplomacy and confidentiality.
Excellent organizational, scheduling, and record-keeping skills.
Experience interacting effectively with co-workers as well as subjects.
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Background Check required.
This position falls under CANRA requirements: duties require direct contact with invididuals under the age of 18.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $53,035 - $63,099 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $25.40 - $30.22
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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
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