Project Scientist - Sacramento, United States - University of California, Davis

University of California, Davis

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Sacramento, United States

3 weeks ago

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Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is 87,000-107,600.

APPLICATION WINDOW
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Open date:May 10, 2024

Next review date:
Saturday, May 25, 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 Radiation Oncology at the University of California Davis, School of Medicine is recruiting for one full-time Project Scientist at the Associate/Full rank.

The incumbent will work under the supervision of Dr. Monjazeb and the ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a diverse environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
1) RESEARCH (95% Effort)

Research activity (80%)

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 (0% Effort)

The appointee may undertake administrative tasks relevant to the smooth running of the laboratory enterprise as appropriate.

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

For the full position description and to apply, visit:

QUALIFICATIONS

Terminal research degree (PhD or equivalent) in Biological Sciences
At least10 years of experience in Biological Sciences post terminal degree.
Research experience in Biological Sciences and Cancer Immunology
Evidence of academic accomplishment such as refereed journal papers and conference presentations
Subject matter expertise and the creative energy necessary to maintain a program of externallyfunded research focused on cancer immunology and obesity in collaboration with Dr. Monjazeb.
Strong scientific writing skills as evidenced by a track record of firstauthor peer reviewed publications related to substance use and health.
Experience working in cancer immunology.
Experience working with obese mouse models.
Experience overseeing and performing translational assays for human clinical trials.
Experience with flow cytometry from mouse and human.
Experience with RNA sequencing.
A successful, independent, extramurally funded research program.

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

Experience of HIPAAcompliant handling of data for research purposes
Experience of basic science and translational research
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 (Optional)Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Reference requirements

35 required (contact information only)

References will be contacted until after completion of interviews

ABOUT UC DAVIS
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UC Davis celebrates the multi-cultural diversity of its community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment demonstrated through a variety of resources and programs available to academics, staff, and students.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values of UC Davis that are embedded within our Principles of Community and are tied with how to best serve our student population.

Our excellence in research, teaching, and service can best be fully realized by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values, which are included in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Vision, our strategic plan:
"To Boldly Go," our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs' Miss