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Technician/Lab Manager (9613C), Molecular & Cell Biology - 84869 About Berkeley
 
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
 
As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
 
We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan .
 
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
 
Departmental Overview
 
The Departments of Molecular and Cell Biology (MCB) and Integrative Biology (IB) together are among the largest academic departments at UC Berkeley. By several measures (including number of faculty and students, budget, and assigned square feet), these departments are larger than many UCB colleges and schools. The two departments represent over 186 faculty FTE (including Adjuncts, Professors of the Graduate School, active emeriti and 15 HHMI professors); 150 postdocs and other research positions; 375 graduate students; 80 department staff members; and 8 recharge centers. Financial resources include approximately $51M in annual extramural funding (which accounts for over half of the total sponsored research awards in the College of Letters & Science) and over $46M other fund sources. The department has 1,800 declared undergraduate majors (the largest majors on the Berkeley campus) and a total annual enrollment in classes of ~20,000. Department personnel are currently housed in seven buildings located in three widely separated parts of the campus.
 
Position Summary
 
The Ingolia laboratory in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at UC Berkeley is searching for a technician to support research projects in functional genomics and RNA biology. The position will involve about 80% research time and 20% lab management time. The individual will contribute to ongoing scientific projects in the lab using a range of experimental approaches in molecular biology and genomics. We are looking for engaged and motivated individuals who are familiar with some common techniques and want to gain further research experience under the guidance of current lab members. The individual will also assist in lab organization and operations and maintain inventories of shared consumables.
 
Application Review Date
 
The First Review Date for this job is: 03/31/2026.
 
Responsibilities
 
Perform routine molecular biology laboratory work under supervision: prepare and validate DNA expression constructs by common molecular biology techniques such as PCR, restriction digest and electrophoresis.
 Measure gene expression and regulation by RNA isolation and qPCR and by flow cytometry.
 Perform routine cell culture laboratory work under supervision: maintain cell lines and expand cultures for molecular biology and biochemistry experiments.
 Introduce gene expression constructs into budding yeast and mammalian cells.
 Perform routine biochemical laboratory work such as SDS-PAGE and Western blotting under supervision.
 Manage lab operations: maintain inventory, order supplies, and unpack received items.
 Evaluate and select alternative options for laboratory consumables based on feedback from laboratory members.
 Support lab operations by monitoring common buffers and solutions and prepare them as needed.
 Coordinate maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment by scheduling visits for service technicians and providing them access to the laboratory.
 Required Qualifications
 
At least 1 year of laboratory experience.
 Familiarity with modern molecular biology and biochemistry techniques as described in job duties.
 Ability to work standing at the lab bench for extended periods of time.
 Motivation and willingness to learn new techniques and skills.
 Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
 Bachelor's of Science in Biology or in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
 Salary & Benefits
 
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
 
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
 
The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.69 (Step 1) - $31.26 (Step 5).
 
This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.

Technician/Lab Manager (9613C), Molecular & Cell Biology - 84869

Library Conservator for the Fonoroff Collection (9723C), Library Administration - 84990 About Berkeley
 
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
 
As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.
 
We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan .
 
At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.
 
Departmental Overview
 
The mission of the Preservation Department is to maintain the library's collections in serviceable condition and to ensure that they can continue to be used now and in the future. The Preservation Department, which consists of the Conservation Treatment Division, the Bindery Preparation Division, and the Preservation Replacement Division, is responsible for binding, repair, conservation treatment, protective enclosures, disaster planning, and other preservation services.
 
Position Summary
 
In support of the Library preservation program and under the direction of the head of the Conservation Treatment Division within the Preservation Department, the conservator is responsible for conserving the Paul Kendel Fonoroff Collection for Chinese Film Studies for long term preservation and digitization.
 
Responsibilities
 
Assess and develop treatment proposals, exercising a high degree of judgment in applying established conservation principles and procedures.
 Perform simple through complex conservation treatments, including: repair tears, treat bindings, stabilize brittle materials using non-aqueous deacidification, and encapsulate if needed.
 Make new pamphlet or post bindings.
 Document treatment and processing procedures.
 Communicate with conservators and curators about treatment proposals.
 Use and maintain specialized conservation equipment (e.g., board shears, guillotine, suction table, fume extractor, paper drill), work space and supplies.
 Record and submit monthly production statistics.
 Required Qualifications
 
Working knowledge and understanding of book and paper conservation principles, conservation ethics and practices, agents of deterioration, and historical book structures and paper types.
 Book/paper conservation skills and dexterity for treatment of special collections materials, as evidenced in a portfolio presentation.
 Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
 Ability to work under the general supervision of the division and department heads, with a high degree of day-to-day independence.
 English writing skills to document treatment proposals and summaries.
 Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across a diverse organization.
 Experience with email and word processing applications such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office; database applications such as FileMaker; and digital photography equipment and software.
 Ability to work 100% on-site Monday through Friday.
 Bachelor's degree and completion of a recognized conservation training program, a formal apprenticeship, or similar level of education and training in the conservation of library special collections.
 Preferred Qualifications
 
One or more years' experience as a professional library conservator in a research library.
 Salary & Benefits
 
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.
 
Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.
 
The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $31.23 (Step 1) - $38.79 (Step 12).
 
This is a 900 hours, part-time, temporary position at (16 hours/week).
 This is a non-exempt, biweekly-paid position.

Library Conservator for the Fonoroff Collection (9723C), Library Administration - 84990

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