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Staff Research Associate 3

University of California

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Job Opening ID: 63223
Reports To: Professor
Working Title: Staff Research Associate 3
Department: Pathology
Bargaining Unit: RX
FLSA: Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 009611
Job Location: UCI Campus- Irvine
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F
Employee Class: Career

 

Position Summary:
 
The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine is dedicated to the diagnosis and understanding of human diseases through biomedical and clinical research. Using the latest technologies, our pathologists help advance medicine by finding better ways of diagnosing, managing and treating diseases.
 
Under supervision, the incumbent is responsible for securing bodies from the morgue and preparing them for autopsy. Assists in performing autopsies including dissection procedures, and/or brain and spinal cord removal. Prepares body after autopsies, and coordinates with Decedent Affairs office, ensuring the appropriate documentation and release of body to mortuaries. Preserves and prepares surgical and autopsy specimens for conference and further examination by pathologist. Labels and stores specimens. mixes preservative solutions. Photographs bodies, autopsy, and surgical specimens. Maintains records and supplies. Maintains cleanliness of autopsy room, frozen section rooms, and the proper functioning of equipment. . Ensures the proper storage and retrieval of all tissue specimens, paraffin blocks and microscopic slides. Perform computer data entry, filling slides and help other divisions of Anatomic Pathology as needed. In addition, the position support 3 NIH funded programs involving the study of human brain tissue to understand neurotypical, neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative neurobiology and omics. The position involves working within a dynamic team setting and initiating and maintaining time sensitive communication.

 

Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

 

Full Salary Range $30.73 – $49.43 (Hourly Rate)

 

Department Website:
 
https://www.pathology.uci.edu/index.asp
Required:

 

  • A minimum of one year’s experience performing adult autopsies, including brain and spinal cord cases 
  • Experience with the EPIC Beaker module for Anatomic Pathology 
  • Comfortable speaking with decedent’s families (for our referral and outreach cases) 
  • High School Diploma
  • One year’s experience performing adult autopsy dissection, including brain and spinal cord cases 
  • Ability to use EPIC Beaker EMR 
  • Ability to communicate with decedents’ families 
  • Extensive experience with human brain procurement 
  • Knowledge of human brain anatomy 
  • Acquire blood samples for toxicology 
  • Extensive experience mitigating working with blood borne pathogens 
  • Knowledge of understanding of University procedures and standards in the area of health and safety and chemical hygiene. 
  • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to act independently. 
  • Ability to use independent judgement and priority setting

Special Conditions Required:

  • Require being available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week

 

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

  • Background Check and Live Scan
  • Legal Right to work in the United States
  • Vaccination Policies
  • Smoking and Tobacco Policy
  • Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

  • California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
  • E-Verify
  • Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]

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