Project Scientist - Human Genetics - Yin Lab

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) is seeking a full-time Assistant Project Scientist for single cell genomics research within an interdisciplinary team in the Department of Human Genetics. The successful candidate will focus on developing and applying sequencing technologies to study DNA repair and gain insights into chromosome biology through innovative research.

Qualifications

• Experience in computational genomics is required.
• Interest in chromosome biology preferred.
• Desire to conduct genomics and bioinformatics research.

Responsibilities

• Work on single cell DNA sequencing technologies.
• Collaborate on projects related to DNA repair and genome instability.
• Analyze data from single-cell computational and sequencing techniques.

Skills

Computational skills

Education

Ph.D. in a biological discipline

Job description

Position overview

Salary range:
$74,100 - $195,000

Application Window

Open date: May 28, 2025

Next review date: Saturday, Jun 28, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Saturday, Jun 28, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.

Position description

Applications are sought for a full-time Assistant Project Scientist position, with a focus on single cell genomics research. The successful candidate will work as part of an interdisciplinary research team in the laboratory of Dr. Yi Yin in the UCLA Department of Human Genetics. The focus of the Yin Lab is the development and application of single-cell DNA sequencing technologies to study homologous recombination.

The Yin Lab combines single cell technology development and computational method development associated with new single-cell DNA sequencing tools to study DNA repair and genome instability in yeast, fly, mouse models and mammalian cell culture. Experience in computational genomics and a strong interest in chromosome biology is required. The ideal candidate will have an interest in pursuing projects in technology development, will be motivated to develop and implement a variety of cutting-edge single-cell computational and sequencing techniques to analyze collected data, and will be excited to work with and develop teams within the lab. Projects may include but are not limited to genetic mapping of homologous recombination events as well as structural variations in with mitotic cells. Knowledge in DNA repair mechanisms at the molecular level (genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry/structural biology) is highly preferred.

A successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

* PhD in a biological discipline

* Ability to work in a collaborative interdisciplinary environment

* Desire to conduct genomics and bioinformatics research, particularly in chromosome biology

* Experience in cell culture or working with various model organisms is desirable but not required

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Ph.D.

Additional qualifications

Computational skills (well-versed in at least one programming language)

Preferred qualifications

First-author publication

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

  
  

Reference requirements

• 2 required (contact information only)

Please provide the names and contact information of 2 references.

Apply link:
https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10354

Help contact: [e-mail]

About UCLA

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.

The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.

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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

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Job location

Los Angeles, CA