Assistant/associate Project Scientist - Davis, United States - University of California, Davis

University of California, Davis

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range:
Salary range for this position is: $71,500 - $82,900 - Assistant Rank

$87,000 - $95,600 - Associate Rank

APPLICATION WINDOW
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Open date:May 16, 2024

Next review date:
Friday, May 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date:
Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 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 Department of Internal Medicine, Divisions of Cardiology and Gastroenterology & Hepatology, at the University of California Davis, School of Medicine is recruiting for a full-time Project Scientist at the Assistant/Associate rank in molecular biology as it relates to the fields of Cardiology, Gastroenterology & Hepatology.

This is joint position with 50% commitment each to the Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology (Dr. Vikrant Rachakonda) and the Division of Cardiology (Dr. Padmini Sirish).

The incumbent will work under the supervision of Drs. Rachakonda and Sirish and possess the ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a diverse environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
1) RESEARCH (90% Effort)

Research activity (75%)
The appointee's primary duties will be split evenly between the labs of Dr. Rachakonda (Gastroenterology & Hepatology) and Dr. Sirish (Cardiology). In Dr.

Rachakonda's lab, the primary duties are to collect and analyze data assessing the role of interleukin-6 trans signaling in alcohol-associated liver disease using in vitro and in vivo approaches from both murine and human samples.

The appointee should be able to coordinate clinical and research synergy for this collaborative research, prioritizing lab progress.

In the Rachakonda lab, he or she will design and lead innovative research lines centered on interleukin-6 trans signaling in alcohol-related hepatitis.

This will involve not only working with murine samples but also interfacing with the UC Davis liver transplant program to collect human transplant samples in real time for hepatocyte and nonparenchymal cell isolation.

The appointee will help to determine research goals in consultation with the Principal Investigators. The Project Scientist will design specific projects, including the selection of appropriate methods and techniques.

In some cases, the appointee may supervise students or technicians regarding the technical aspects of the research, including methods development, trouble-shooting problems, interpreting results and planning follow-up experiments.

The appointee collaborates with scientific colleagues in multi-disciplinary projects that include components falling within the appointee's area of expertise.

Publication (10%)

The appointee will publish research in peer-reviewed journals either independently or in collaboration with the PI or other members of the research team.

Grant Acquisition (5%)
The appointee will assist in writing proposals for funding from federal and state agencies and other funding organizations.

The appointee will prepare and assist in the preparation of reports as required by granting agencies and prepare modifications of budgets and other grant components as needed.

2) PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5% Effort)

3) UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% Effort)

This recruitment is being conducted at the assistant/associate rank. The resulting hire will be at the assistant/associate rank, regardless of the proposed appointee's qualifications.

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QUALIFICATIONS

D. or equivalent degree in Biology

At least 35 years of experience in biology post terminal degree.
Research experience in Gastroenterology & Hepatology and/or Cardiology
Evidence of academic accomplishment such as refereed journal papers and conference presentations

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

Experience working with murine samples
Experience working with single cellbased cytometric assays
Demonstrated skill in statistical analysis
Demonstrated strong organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of Research
Reference requirements

35 required (contact information only)

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