Position title: Cell Signaling and Neurodevelopment
Salary range: UCOP salary scale
Percent time: 100
Anticipated start: 01/01/2023
Position duration: 4-5 Years
Application WindowOpen date: July 22nd, 2022
Next review date: Thursday, Sep 1, 2022 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Jul 21, 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 descriptionThe postdoctoral researcher will work on projects related to the regulation of signaling transduction in brain development. The candidate is expected to conduct experiments in cultured cells and in mouse model, to interpret the results, and to write manuscripts on the results. The candidate is expected to develop his/her own research questions within the scope of the project. This candidate will also participate in grant writing and student mentoring, and presenting at scientific meetings. The postdoctoral fellow position is supported by an NIH R01 grant.
QualificationsBasic qualifications
A PhD degree in the related field of molecular and cell biology, developmental biology, or neurobiology.
Preferred qualifications
Prior training in neurodevelopment or cell signaling and primary cilium.
Application RequirementsDocument requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - Statement on your contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, including information about your understanding of these topics, your record of activities to date, and your specific plans and goals for advancing equity and inclusion. Please review the UC Merced Diversity Statement Guidelines and UC's Commitment to Diversity
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
Apply link: https: // aprecruit.ucmerced.edu/JPF01383
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Job locationMerced, CA