Postdoctoral Researcher, Arumugaswami Lab

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
United States, California, Los Angeles
410 Westwood Plaza (Show on map)
Nov 21, 2024
Position overview Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by level of experience at appointment. See Table 23. The minimum salary rate for this position is $66,737. Application Window Open date: October 23, 2024 Most recent review date: Friday, Nov 22, 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: Wednesday, Apr 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 The Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), is recruiting for a postdoctoral fellow. The position is focused on collaborative research in COVID-19 and emerging viruses (Mpox), specifically aimed at identifying cellular therapeutic targets and the development of antiviral drugs. These projects are backed by stable NIH and DOD funding in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field. Previous experience with virus culture, reverse genetics-genome cloning, next-generation sequencing, molecular assay development, or/and animal handling is highly desirable. Interested candidates should provide a brief cover letter and curriculum vitae. Qualifications Basic qualifications Ph.D. in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field Preferred qualifications Previous experience with virus culture, reverse genetics-genome cloning, next-generation sequencing, molecular assay development, or/and animal handling is highly desirable. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Statement of Research (Optional) Statement of Teaching (Optional) Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate's past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our EDI Statement FAQdocument, and Sample EDI Statements. (Optional) Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form (Optional) Misc / Additional (Optional) Reference requirements No references requested. Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09958 Help contact: bomote@mednet.ucla.edu 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf. For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination. Job location Los Angeles, CA