Project Scientist

at  UCLA

POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range: $74,100/yr. - $195,000/yr.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Department of Physiology/DGSOM is recruiting for a Project Scientist position in Dr. Bavi’s laboratory.
A Project Scientist position is available for motivated individuals within Dr. Navid Bavi’s laboratory at UCLA’s Department of Physiology. In this lab, we investigate the mechanisms of various sensory membrane proteins using advanced techniques such as single-particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) and patch-clamp electrophysiology. These proteins include mechanosensitive ion channels, anion transporters, and motor proteins. While experience in electrophysiology or cryo-EM is desirable, it is not mandatory. We are seeking candidates who are creative and eager to learn diverse approaches. Our lab at UCLA emphasizes fostering individual growth within a collaborative community. We are dedicated to supporting every member’s career journey.
Depending on their background, each appointee will actively participate in multiple projects and publications, immersing themselves in one of the leading institutions for biomedical research globally. They will learn and exercise skills in biophysics, biochemistry, and structural biology. Job responsibilities include supporting the Principal Investigator (PI) in the design and execution of funded projects, which involves preparing supramolecular vectors and conducting structural and functional studies of membrane proteins. Additionally, responsibilities include assisting the PI in study design, managing day-to-day tasks related to project management, analyzing data, preparing and submitting manuscripts, and supervising graduate/undergraduate students as well as junior postdoctoral fellows in the group.
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QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications
Ph.D. in physiology, electrophysiology or a closely related field of study.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements
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Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
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Cover Letter (Optional)
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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 EDI Statement FAQ document.
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Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

REFERENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2-4 required (contact information only)
  Please provide contact information for 2 references.
  Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09586
  Help contact: iwong@mednet.ucla.edu

Please refer the Job description for details