University of California-Davis
Davis, California
Position overview Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $57,000 at Step 1 or $60,700 at Step 2. Application Window Open date: August 24, 2026 Next review date: Tuesday, Sep 8, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description In general, it is inappropriate to appoint an individual with a Master's or doctoral degree in the relevant discipline or a baccalaureate degree plus three or more years of experience with the specialized methods as a Junior Specialist. The incumbent for this position will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on questions in research on human and nonhuman primate brains at a laboratory at the MIND Institute. The candidate will also summarize data, prepare figures, and have the opportunity to assist in writing manuscripts for publication and grant proposals. The incumbent will also provide support for human brain banking programs (assist with donations, process brains, and organize storage and records). General responsibilities include: I. RESEARCH ACTIVITY (85%) Specific research and technical activities: Provide technical support for ongoing research projects that focus on (i) understanding the impact of maternal infection on offspring brain development (preclinical models) and (ii) the development of amygdala in autism. Section and mount tissue, perform immunochemistry on tissues, collect and analyze results, participate in lab meetings and discussions, analyze slides and collect data. Assist with writing journal articles and assembling background data needed for publications. Specific duties: Sectioning, mounting, and staining glass slides of human, monkey and rat tissues using various techniques including, but not limited to, cell-body and immunohistochemical stains. Assist in further processing of tissues such as sectioning human brains on a microtome, mounting on slides and staining. Data collection using quantitative neuropathological techniques with a microscope and computer-aided software for data collection and quantitative analyses of tissue using, but not limited to, light, fluorescence, confocal, and electron microscopy. Knowledge of chemical principles and basic laboratory techniques are required for this function. Maintain general use chemicals and cleanliness of the laboratory. Provide assistance to other technicians, students, and postdoctoral researchers. Brain Bank Support Role: Available weekdays, nights, and occasional weekends to process incoming human brain donations on short notice. This includes preparing space for tissue handling, precisely sectioning unfixed human brains, freezing tissues with the use of liquid nitrogen, and taking photos and detailed notes during sectioning and cleanup. Maintain storage and database management of brain samples. II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (10%) Assist principal investigators in formatting figures for presentations, manuscripts, and grants. Attend local lectures and conferences Present abstracts at local meetings III. UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5%) Assist PI in STEMM outreach efforts. Assist in outreach and education to the public on the importance of research. Assist with lab and specimen setup, preparation and cleanup for when PI is teaching graduate students and postdocs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or related field. Previous experience in neuroscience laboratory with demonstrated basic lab skills. (e.g., preparing laboratory reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment). Ability to maintain excellent and accurate records. Ability to transport self to and from community site locations. Ability to work as part of a team. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software such as Excel to create and edit data, manage data sets in spreadsheet, perform mathematical tasks accurately using formulas, and create documents. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, electronic calendaring and e-mail software (Outlook). Excellent organization skills, ability to focus and work with multiple interruptions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Operation of a computer system of data entry several hours each day. May be required to lift items weighing as much as 25 lbs, may be required to do bending, stooping, and sitting for periods of time. Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment (pipette, centrifuge). Ability to operate sliding microtome and cryostat via sitting for extended periods of time and performing repetitive motions involved in tissue sectioning. Must be able to wear lab appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as lab coats, gloves, face shield, and goggles. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or related field (required at the time of start) Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Previous experience in neuroscience laboratory with demonstrated basic lab skills. (e.g., preparing laboratory reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment). Ability to maintain excellent and accurate records. Ability to transport self to and from community site locations. Ability to work as part of a team. Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software such as Excel to create and edit data, manage data sets in spreadsheet, perform mathematical tasks accurately using formulas, and create documents. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, electronic calendaring and e-mail software (Outlook). Excellent organization skills, ability to focus and work with multiple interruptions. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Research (Optional) Statement of Teaching (Optional) Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form. Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Apply link: Help contact: About UC Davis As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "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 prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into UC RECRUIT as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and students. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service are embodied by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values. A variety of resources and programs are available to academics, staff, and students that reflect the core values reflected in our strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400. UC Davis is also a national leader in inclusive practice. There are numerous links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our administration, campus rankings, locations, campus safety, sustainability, visiting UC Davis and UC Davis Health. . click apply for full job details
Position overview Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $57,000 at Step 1 or $60,700 at Step 2. Application Window Open date: August 24, 2026 Next review date: Tuesday, Sep 8, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description In general, it is inappropriate to appoint an individual with a Master's or doctoral degree in the relevant discipline or a baccalaureate degree plus three or more years of experience with the specialized methods as a Junior Specialist. The incumbent for this position will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on questions in research on human and nonhuman primate brains at a laboratory at the MIND Institute. The candidate will also summarize data, prepare figures, and have the opportunity to assist in writing manuscripts for publication and grant proposals. The incumbent will also provide support for human brain banking programs (assist with donations, process brains, and organize storage and records). General responsibilities include: I. RESEARCH ACTIVITY (85%) Specific research and technical activities: Provide technical support for ongoing research projects that focus on (i) understanding the impact of maternal infection on offspring brain development (preclinical models) and (ii) the development of amygdala in autism. Section and mount tissue, perform immunochemistry on tissues, collect and analyze results, participate in lab meetings and discussions, analyze slides and collect data. Assist with writing journal articles and assembling background data needed for publications. Specific duties: Sectioning, mounting, and staining glass slides of human, monkey and rat tissues using various techniques including, but not limited to, cell-body and immunohistochemical stains. Assist in further processing of tissues such as sectioning human brains on a microtome, mounting on slides and staining. Data collection using quantitative neuropathological techniques with a microscope and computer-aided software for data collection and quantitative analyses of tissue using, but not limited to, light, fluorescence, confocal, and electron microscopy. Knowledge of chemical principles and basic laboratory techniques are required for this function. Maintain general use chemicals and cleanliness of the laboratory. Provide assistance to other technicians, students, and postdoctoral researchers. Brain Bank Support Role: Available weekdays, nights, and occasional weekends to process incoming human brain donations on short notice. This includes preparing space for tissue handling, precisely sectioning unfixed human brains, freezing tissues with the use of liquid nitrogen, and taking photos and detailed notes during sectioning and cleanup. Maintain storage and database management of brain samples. II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (10%) Assist principal investigators in formatting figures for presentations, manuscripts, and grants. Attend local lectures and conferences Present abstracts at local meetings III. UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5%) Assist PI in STEMM outreach efforts. Assist in outreach and education to the public on the importance of research. Assist with lab and specimen setup, preparation and cleanup for when PI is teaching graduate students and postdocs. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or related field. Previous experience in neuroscience laboratory with demonstrated basic lab skills. (e.g., preparing laboratory reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment). Ability to maintain excellent and accurate records. Ability to transport self to and from community site locations. Ability to work as part of a team. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software such as Excel to create and edit data, manage data sets in spreadsheet, perform mathematical tasks accurately using formulas, and create documents. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, electronic calendaring and e-mail software (Outlook). Excellent organization skills, ability to focus and work with multiple interruptions. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Operation of a computer system of data entry several hours each day. May be required to lift items weighing as much as 25 lbs, may be required to do bending, stooping, and sitting for periods of time. Ability to operate basic laboratory equipment (pipette, centrifuge). Ability to operate sliding microtome and cryostat via sitting for extended periods of time and performing repetitive motions involved in tissue sectioning. Must be able to wear lab appropriate clothing and personal protective equipment such as lab coats, gloves, face shield, and goggles. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or related field (required at the time of start) Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Previous experience in neuroscience laboratory with demonstrated basic lab skills. (e.g., preparing laboratory reagents, maintaining laboratory equipment). Ability to maintain excellent and accurate records. Ability to transport self to and from community site locations. Ability to work as part of a team. Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet software such as Excel to create and edit data, manage data sets in spreadsheet, perform mathematical tasks accurately using formulas, and create documents. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft applications including Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, electronic calendaring and e-mail software (Outlook). Excellent organization skills, ability to focus and work with multiple interruptions. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Statement of Research (Optional) Statement of Teaching (Optional) Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form. Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Apply link: Help contact: About UC Davis As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. "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 prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into UC RECRUIT as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration. UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law. Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and students. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service are embodied by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values. A variety of resources and programs are available to academics, staff, and students that reflect the core values reflected in our strategic plan: "To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400. UC Davis is also a national leader in inclusive practice. There are numerous links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our administration, campus rankings, locations, campus safety, sustainability, visiting UC Davis and UC Davis Health. . click apply for full job details
Peak Systems
Dalton, Georgia
Job Description Job Description Peak Systems is a preferred provider of cutting-edge data center solutions, delivering reliable and scalable infrastructure to support our clients' critical operations. We are seeking skilled Data Center Technicians to join our team and ensure seamless server deployments. As a Data Center Technician , you will be responsible for performing on-site server rack roll-ins, cable management, transceiver installation, and related tasks to obtain optimal data center operations. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with hands-on technical skills and a commitment to safety and efficiency. Location: Dalton GA 30721 Start Date: Monday, September 14th Shift: 8:00 AM start (8-10 hour days) Pay: $30+/hour (based on experience) Responsibilities: Server Rack Roll-In : Safely transport, install, and secure server racks in designated data center locations, ensuring proper alignment and stability. Cable Management : Organize, route, and label data and power cables to maintain a clean, efficient, and safe environment, adhering to industry standards. Transceiver Installation : Install, test, and troubleshoot optical transceivers to ensure reliable network connectivity. Equipment Setup : Assist in the installation and configuration of servers, networking equipment, and related hardware. Documentation : Maintain accurate records of installations, cabling layouts, labeling, and inventory. Safety Compliance : Adhere to data center safety protocols, including proper handling of equipment and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Collaboration : Work closely with data center engineers, facilities teams, and vendors to support operational goals. Qualifications: Experience : 2-3+ years of experience in data center operations, IT hardware installation, or a related technical role. Technical Skills : Proficiency in server rack installation, cable management, and transceiver installation techniques. Familiarity with data center infrastructure, including power distribution and cooling systems. Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g., Ethernet, fiber optics, and transceiver compatibility). Physical Requirements : Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work in confined spaces. Comfortable standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods. Soft Skills : Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA Server+, Data Center Technician, or equivalent. OSHA 10 or similar safety training. Availability : Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, or on-call shifts as needed. Join our team and be a key player in building and maintaining cutting-edge IT infrastructure! Company Description For over 30 years, we've helped technology professionals build strong, rewarding careers by offering exposure to Fortune 500 clients and top-tier projects. Whether you're looking to expand your experience in data centers, AI infrastructure, field services, project management, or enterprise IT, we can connect you with exciting opportunities that help you build your career, develop new skills, and work on cutting-edge technology deployments. Company Description For over 30 years, we've helped technology professionals build strong, rewarding careers by offering exposure to Fortune 500 clients and top-tier projects. Whether you're looking to expand your experience in data centers, AI infrastructure, field services, project management, or enterprise IT, we can connect you with exciting opportunities that help you build your career, develop new skills, and work on cutting-edge technology deployments.
Job Description Job Description Peak Systems is a preferred provider of cutting-edge data center solutions, delivering reliable and scalable infrastructure to support our clients' critical operations. We are seeking skilled Data Center Technicians to join our team and ensure seamless server deployments. As a Data Center Technician , you will be responsible for performing on-site server rack roll-ins, cable management, transceiver installation, and related tasks to obtain optimal data center operations. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with hands-on technical skills and a commitment to safety and efficiency. Location: Dalton GA 30721 Start Date: Monday, September 14th Shift: 8:00 AM start (8-10 hour days) Pay: $30+/hour (based on experience) Responsibilities: Server Rack Roll-In : Safely transport, install, and secure server racks in designated data center locations, ensuring proper alignment and stability. Cable Management : Organize, route, and label data and power cables to maintain a clean, efficient, and safe environment, adhering to industry standards. Transceiver Installation : Install, test, and troubleshoot optical transceivers to ensure reliable network connectivity. Equipment Setup : Assist in the installation and configuration of servers, networking equipment, and related hardware. Documentation : Maintain accurate records of installations, cabling layouts, labeling, and inventory. Safety Compliance : Adhere to data center safety protocols, including proper handling of equipment and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Collaboration : Work closely with data center engineers, facilities teams, and vendors to support operational goals. Qualifications: Experience : 2-3+ years of experience in data center operations, IT hardware installation, or a related technical role. Technical Skills : Proficiency in server rack installation, cable management, and transceiver installation techniques. Familiarity with data center infrastructure, including power distribution and cooling systems. Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g., Ethernet, fiber optics, and transceiver compatibility). Physical Requirements : Ability to lift and move heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs) and work in confined spaces. Comfortable standing, bending, and reaching for extended periods. Soft Skills : Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA Server+, Data Center Technician, or equivalent. OSHA 10 or similar safety training. Availability : Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, or on-call shifts as needed. Join our team and be a key player in building and maintaining cutting-edge IT infrastructure! Company Description For over 30 years, we've helped technology professionals build strong, rewarding careers by offering exposure to Fortune 500 clients and top-tier projects. Whether you're looking to expand your experience in data centers, AI infrastructure, field services, project management, or enterprise IT, we can connect you with exciting opportunities that help you build your career, develop new skills, and work on cutting-edge technology deployments. Company Description For over 30 years, we've helped technology professionals build strong, rewarding careers by offering exposure to Fortune 500 clients and top-tier projects. Whether you're looking to expand your experience in data centers, AI infrastructure, field services, project management, or enterprise IT, we can connect you with exciting opportunities that help you build your career, develop new skills, and work on cutting-edge technology deployments.