Alzheimer’s Model & Imaging Research Specialist

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine’s Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND) seeks an Assistant Specialist to research late-onset Alzheimer’s disease models. The role spans tissue handling, microscopy, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration to generate interpretable results and contribute to publications and grant materials.

The position emphasizes developing expertise in neuropathology, molecular biology, and quantitative imaging, with funding-dependent term appointments and annual

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in neuroscience, biology, or related life science, or five years of experience.
• Experience in molecular biology, tissue processing, and quantitative imaging is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate molecular, cellular, and neuropathological features of AD mouse models via tissue collection and processing.
• Perform basic surgical procedures, biochemical assays, immunofluorescence, and microscopy.
• Analyze data, prepare figures, and present findings at meetings and conferences.
• Contribute to manuscripts, progress reports, and grant materials within a collaborative environment.

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in neuroscience, biology, or related life science

Job description

UC Irvine’s Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND) seeks an Assistant Specialist to research late-onset Alzheimer’s disease models. The role spans tissue handling, microscopy, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration to generate interpretable results and contribute to publications and grant materials.

The position emphasizes developing expertise in neuropathology, molecular biology, and quantitative imaging, with funding-dependent term appointments and annual