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Assistant Project Scientist - Dept. of Integrative Biology and Physiology

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Position overview

Position title: Assistant Project Scientist

Position description

Rank
The Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology at the University of California, Los Angeles is seeking an Assistant Project Scientist position at 100% percent time.

Qualifications
PhD in Bioengineering, experience in multi-photon imaging of genetically encoded reporters, expertise with Matlab object-oriented programming for instrument control and analysis, experience with computer-controlled 3D printing, experience with Drosophila genetics.

Nature of research
The research focuses on understanding the function of neural circuitry for multisensory control of distance navigation.

Job responsibilities
Lifting and reaching onto high lab shelving, develop and execute neurogenetics in Drosophila, in-vivo two-photon imaging from fluorescent calcium reporters, microdissection, engineering apparatus using 3D printing, circuit board electronic engineering, immunohistochemistry, design and execution of virtual reality visual flight control, maintenance of chemical inventory, instruction of undergraduates, graduate students, and postdocs on all above approaches.

Terms of appointment
The anticipated start date on April 1, 2022. The position will be for one year with the possibility of renewal. Please apply by submitting your C.V., cover letter, and a statement of research interests and experience to https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF07177

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD in Bioengineering, experience in multi-photon imaging of genetically encoded reporters, expertise with Matlab object-oriented programming for instrument control and analysis, experience with computer-controlled 3D printing, experience with Drosophila genetics.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

  • Statement of Teaching (Optional)

  • Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our Sample Guidance for Candidates and related EDI Statement FAQ document.

  • Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

None

Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF07177

Help contact: nwinston@lifesci.ucla.edu

About UCLA

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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.

Job location

Main UCLA Campus