Assistant Project Scientist in Photoreceptor Cell Biology Full-time

Assistant Project Scientist In Photoreceptor Cell Biology

The Assistant Project Scientist will engage in significant and creative contributions to the research programs of the Vision Science Division under the supervision of David Williams, Ph.D. Specifically, they will be as scientist in photoreceptor cell biology. The appointee will be responsible for supervising and mentoring trainees, contributing to the planning and execution of current research projects, conducting data analysis, and preparing manuscripts and grant applications.

Basic qualifications:

Doctorate (M.D. or Ph.D.) in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, or related field.

Additional qualifications:

Postdoctoral experience in vision science research.

Application Requirements:

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Reference check authorization release form – Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form (Optional)
• UCLA Mission Statement – As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of the state of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles Expand our reach as a global university Enhance our research and creative activities Elevate how we teach Become a more effective institution Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service (Optional)

Reference requirements:

• 2 required (contact information only)

References will only be contacted with your permission.

Job location: Los Angeles, CA