Payroll Title:
LAB AST 2 Department:
PSYCHOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale
$20.67 – $22.28/Hour Worksite:
Campus Appointment Type:
Limited Appointment Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
TX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 hrs/day, Mon-Fri, some weekends/evenings required
#123042 Lab Assistant
Extended Deadline: Mon 7/10/2023
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This is a one-year limited appointment with the possibility of extension or conversation to career status based on department needs.
DESCRIPTION
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 the 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 the animal colony, conducting behavioral experiments, training undergraduate students, surgical assistance and managing lab supplies. Those with experience and interest in animal behavior are well suited for this position. The nature of the work requires that the employee also be comfortable with wet lab techniques.
- This position is open until filled. First review Date 06/13/23.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Two (2) years of College-level coursework in psychology, or in a related area.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working in an animal laboratory.
- Demonstrated experience programming in Matlab.
- Demonstrated experience maintaining and generating a filing and record system.
- Excellent organizational, scheduling, and record keeping skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Experience interacting effectively with co-workers as well as subjects.
- Interpersonal skills including appropriate interview techniques, diplomacy and confidentiality.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on Background Check results.
- This position falls under CANRA requirements: duties require direct contact with individuals under the age of 18.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $43,159 – $50,738 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $20.67 – $24.30
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