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Assistant Project Scientist - Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology

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Assistant Project Scientist - Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology
University of California Los Angeles


Requisition Number: JPF06007

Assistant Project Scientist Department of Molecular, Cell and Developmental Biology
Nature of the research:
  • Investigating mechanisms by which the reproductive system forms and functions in mammals
  • Working with stem cells, animal models and primary tissues.
  • Gaining a better understanding of how germ cell development is controlled and how this process could be harnessed to understand fertility and build better contraceptives

    Role and Responsibilities:
  • Designing experiments and implementing research projects.
  • Performing stem cell research and reprogramming, dissections, and immunofluorescence on various tissues and cells of mice and humans.
  • Conducting high resolution imaging microscopy using various technologies.
  • Managing a small team of undergraduate researchers.
  • Collaborating across multiple projects within the laboratory and internationally.
  • Communicating research findings within the laboratory and internationally.
  • Writing papers, grant proposals and generating publication quality figures.

    Experience and qualifications required:
  • PhD in the field of cell biology or related field including biochemistry preferably with knowledge of stem cell biology
  • 5 years or more of postdoctoral experience at a high-level research laboratory in the field of developmental and stem cell biology
  • Proficiency in techniques such as immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, RNASeq, live imaging, organ culture and the generation of organoids
  • A publication track record in high quality academic journals.
  • Evidence of excellent communication skills from presentations at national and international conferences.

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy (http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct).


    To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF06007


    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy, https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/DiscHarassAffirmAction


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    Working at University of California, Los Angeles

    UCLA is a public research university located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1919 and is the second oldest of the ten campuses affiliated with the University of California system. UCLA offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines and enrolls about 26,000 undergraduate and about 12,000 graduate students from the United States and around the world every year.

    UCLA features the College of Letters and Science, seven general campus professional schools, and four professional schools for the health sciences. The UCLA College of Letters and Science has 34 academic departments and 900 faculty, and houses the majority of UCLA's 129 undergraduate majors as well as the students in the Graduate Division of Letters and Sciences. The UCLA College Honors Program is also housed in the College. The College of Letters and Science's programs are divided into five academic divisions: humanities, social sciences, life sciences, physical sciences, and the International Institute. UCLA also offers certificate programs, undergraduate degree-credit and continuing education credits for non-full-time students through its UCLA Extension education program.

    The 2010 edition of U.S. News & World Report ranked UCLA as the 24th best university in the nation and 32nd best in the world. In the 2007 edition of U.S. News and World Report, UCLA Medical Center was ranked best in the West, as well as one of the top 3 hospitals in the United States alongside Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. In 15 of the 16 medical specialty areas examined, UCLA Medical Center ranked in the top 20.

    The campus' location in Los Angeles makes excursions to local museums, theaters, or other entertainment venues relatively quick and easy.

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