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Assistant/Associate Project Scientist – Kaneko Laboratory (JPF08764)

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Job #JPF08764

• Radiological Sciences / David Geffen School Of Medicin / UCLA

Position overview
Salary range: The salary range for this position is $71,500 - $95,600. The posted UC salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t37-b.pdf ) set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 37B.

Application Window

Open date: August 17, 2023

Next review date: Saturday, Sep 30, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Sunday, Oct 1, 2023 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

The Kaneko lab in the Department of Radiological Sciences at UCLA is seeking an exceptional Assistant or Associate Project Scientist with expertise in molecular biology, biomedical engineering, and vascular systems. The successful candidate will contribute to a project focused on developing a new medical device for neurovascular diseases. The candidate will collaborate with the principal investigator (PI) and other team members to develop research plans, execute experiments, analyze data, and prepare research reports for publication. The candidate will also be expected to establish and maintain the Lab’s research infrastructure, develop and implement best practices, manage and coordinate experiments, supervise doctoral and postdoctoral trainees, author scientific publications, and develop the scientific components of grant applications. Applicants should have good communication skills with demonstrated experience contributing to grant submissions and publishing manuscripts in high impact journals.

Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the PI to develop research plans, experimental designs, and data collection methods.
• Assist in writing and reviewing research grant proposals to secure funding for the project.
• Prepare research reports, scientific papers, and presentations summarizing findings, methodologies, and conclusions for publication and conferences.
• Execute a project focused on evaluating a new medical device for vasospasm treatments.
• Conduct experiments, analyze data, and interpret results using relevant techniques and methodologies.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of experimental procedures, data, and analyses.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to the overall goals of the lab.

About THE LAB:
Kaneko lab focuses on analyzing clinical and cellular phenotypic measurements to understand the physiological response of vascular systems to different treatments and interventions. The primary aim is to gain insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying cerebrovascular diseases, such as cerebral aneurysms and steno-occlusive diseases, and identify new targets for imaging modalities and therapeutic intervention. The lab's ultimate goal is to improve patient outcomes through advancements in vascular research.

Apply Link:
Contact: NKaneko@mednet.ucla.edu
Subject Heading: Kaneko Lab Project Scientist

To Apply: Email (1) an updated CV, (2) statement on contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and (3) contact information for 3 references at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08764 . Only applicants that apply through this website will be considered.

The posted UC salary scales (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/july-2023-acad-salary-scales/t37-b.pdf ) set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 37B. The salary range for this position is $71,500 - $95,600.

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Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

MD or Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Systems Biology, Neuroscience, Chemical/Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

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

• 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.

• Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

• Cover Letter (Optional)

• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 letters of reference required

Reference letter writers upload their letters directly into the UCRecruit posting.

Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08764

Help contact: amyywang@mednet.ucla.edu

Campus Information

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
Los Angeles, CA
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