Postdoctoral Scholar

UC Irvine; California; On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Postdoctoral Scholar to join their innovative research team. This exciting role involves conducting groundbreaking experiments in cancer biology and collaborating with experts in the field. The position offers a unique opportunity to explore ethnicity-determined T cell responses and delve into the mechanisms of cancer initiation. Ideal candidates will possess a doctoral degree and a passion for research, with the potential for significant career development in a supportive environment. If you're ready to contribute to impactful research, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates require a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D.) or equivalent.
• Experience in cancer biology, biochemistry, or microbiology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments on T cell responses and signaling in prostate cancer.
• Contribute to research on stromal metabolism differences in prostate cancer.

Skills

Research Skills

Data Analysis

Experimental Design

Education

Ph.D. in Cancer Biology

M.D. or equivalent

Job description

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Position Overview

Position Overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,480- $77,327.

https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/oct-2024-scales/t23.pdf

Application Window

Open date: July 22, 2024

Most recent review date: Tuesday, Aug 6, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 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 Description

Salary: Postdoctoral Scholar

A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,480- $77,327.

https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/oct-2024-scales/t23.pdf

Position

The University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine, Department of Urology anticipates openings in the Postdoctoral Scholar position(s) non-senate.

Basic Qualifications: Candidates require a doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or the foreign equivalent.

Applications are being sought from graduates in the field of cancer biology, biochemistry, microbiology or equivalent. The position will perform experiments on one of the following projects 1) Ethnicity-determined T cell responses and GARP/TGFbeta1 signaling in prostate cancer, 2) Stromal metabolism differences between African American and European American prostate cancer, 3) Wnt signaling in castration resistant prostate cancer, and 4) Basic and Translational Mechanisms of Cancer Initiation of the Urothelium in Veterans Exposed to Carcinogens: Interception of tobacco smoking related bladder cancer by an epigenetic approach under the direction of Dr. Xiaolin Zi ( [e-mail] ). Dr. Zi’s lab has developed unique resources of primary cultures of prostate carcinoma associated fibroblasts and organoids from a relatively large number of clinical specimens, as well as a limited number of prostate cancer patient derived xenograft (PDX) models. The position provides career development opportunities dependent on self-motivation and productivity.

Department of Urology website: www.urology.uci.edu

To apply: Please log onto UC Irvine’ RECRUIT located at:

http://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF09184

Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following applications materials electronically to be considered for the position:

• 3 required; 2 optional References (Contact Information Only)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Research
• Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement
• Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration form
  
  

Department: http://www.urology.uci.edu

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates require a doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or the foreign equivalent.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research
• Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement . (Optional)
• Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence . See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement .
• Misc / Additional (Optional)
• Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
  
  

Reference Requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)
  
  

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09184

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .
  
  

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Orange, CA

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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