Assistant, Associate, or Full Project Scientist in Molecular Biology

1000scholars; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Diego is seeking candidates for a Project Scientist position in the Department of Molecular Biology within the School of Biological Sciences.

The role covers independent and collaborative research across diverse areas such as immune cell development, virology, genome structure, epigenetics, and more, with appointments at Assistant, Associate or Full level depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• designing, managing and conducting experiments and research
• training students and others in the field of study
• leading and making innovative and significant contributions to lab project(s)
• participating and presenting at scientific meetings
• writing scientific reports, manuscripts, grants for submission and/or publication

Job description

The Department of Molecular Biology in the School of Biological Sciences is conducting an open search for a position in the Project Scientists series (non-tenured, Assistant, Associate or Full level). UC San Diego is seeking an experienced biologist in molecular biology or a related field to carry out both independent and collaborative research projects. Examples of research projects include but is not limited to: immune cell development, COVID-19, mammalian genome structure, antibody diversity, nuclear architecture, gene expression, virology, microbiology, microbial genetics, next-generation sequencing data analysis, and epigenetics.

This position is expected to make significant contributions to their research team and does not require independent research or develop an independent research reputation; however, this position is expected to publish and carry out research or creative programs with supervision by a member of the Professor or Professional Research series. University and public service are encouraged but not required. Appointments and duration vary depending on the length of the research project and availability of funding. The University of California, San Diego is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff and student body and is seeking applicants for Project Scientist positions.

Under supervision of the Principal Investigators, the Project Scientists will function independently, and the role includes:

1. 1) designing, managing and conducting experiments and research;
2. 2) training students and others in the field of study;
3. 3) leading and making innovative and significant contributions to lab project(s);
4. 4) participating and presenting at scientific meetings;
5. 5) writing scientific reports, manuscripts, grants for submission and/or publication.

The selected candidates will be a part of a highly collaborative environment with exposure to multiple scientific disciplines and levels of researchers, including students and clinicians.

Appointment will be at the Assistant, Associate or Full Project Scientist level based on background and years of experience.

A link to full description of the Project Scientist series is provided for your review:

https://adminrecords.ucsd.edu/PPM/docs/230-311.html

School

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https://biology.ucsd.edu/