Postdoc: Visual System Neurobiology & Multi-Omics

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for a fully funded Postdoctoral Scholar in Bioinformatics of Neurodevelopment and Neurodegeneration. The role leverages single-cell multiomics, spatial transcriptomics, and computational modeling to decode visual system development and degeneration.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a related field and strong molecular biology and bioinformatics experience, with opportunities to lead high-impact projects and contribute to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Systems Biology, Computational Biology, or a related field.
• Strong expertise in molecular biology techniques and bioinformatic workflows for single-cell or high-dimensional datasets.
• Demonstrated scientific productivity and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with viral vector engineering (AAV), CRISPR, spatial transcriptomics, electrophysiology, or calcium imaging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead independent and collaborative research projects using multi-omic profiling and viral targeting strategies.
• Perform standard molecular and cellular neuroscience assays (construct design, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, Western blot).
• Execute bioinformatic analyses on high-throughput single-cell and spatial datasets.
• Prepare manuscripts, assist with grants, and present findings at conferences.

Skills

Molecular biology

Bioinformatics workflows

Single-cell & spatial data analysis

Research leadership

Written & verbal communication

Education

Ph.D. in Neuroscience or related

Tools

AAV viral vectors

CRISPR gene-editing

Spatial transcriptomics

Job description

University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) invites applications for a fully funded Postdoctoral Scholar in Bioinformatics of Neurodevelopment and Neurodegeneration. The role leverages single-cell multiomics, spatial transcriptomics, and computational modeling to decode visual system development and degeneration.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in a related field and strong molecular biology and bioinformatics experience, with opportunities to lead high-impact projects and contribute to