POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title: Assistant Project Scientist

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The UCLA Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine (DAPM), in tandem with the Division of Molecular Medicine (DMM), is inviting applications for an Assistant Project Scientist to become part of a growing team in the Cai Lab performing research on a variety of topics related to molecular mechanisms of cardiovascular programs.

The role of the future Assistant Project Scientist will include but are not limited to:

Incumbent will be performing cutting-edge research using state of the art molecular biology techniques and unique methodologies examining redox signaling (electron spin resonance) Incumbent is expected to work independently in the execution and troubleshooting of experiments. Incumbent is expected to have existing background to work proficiently with experimental rodents. Incumbent is expected to conduct data analyses of experimental results using professional statistical softwares. Incumbent is expected to prepare data figures and draft manuscripts for professional publishing. Required experience and skills The minimum educational requirement is a Ph.D. in Biomedicine on related fields with strong expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, and pathophysiology. Technical proficiencies in handling of genetic strains of mice. Years of postdoctoral experience and productivity in research are required and preferred. Creative contributions to research and/or publication track record in the form of peer-reviewed publications in high impact journals. Experience and training in studies of redox signaling in disease processes The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 37B https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/july-2024-scales/t37-b.pdf The targeted salary for this position is $74,100-85,900 and will commensurate with experience. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Interested applicants must submit the following documents: Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research
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Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10200

Help contact: AnesAP@mednet.ucla.edu