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Assistant Project Scientist-Richman

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Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $68,400-$87,000/annually.

Position description

NATURE AND PURPOSE
The Project Scientist will make significant and creative contributions to research projects in molecular and cell biology of the neuromuscular junction. The project involves studying the anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of this synapse in animal models of diseases of this structure. The current focus is on antigen-specific treatment of the anti-muscle specific kinase (MuSK) form of myasthenia gravis (MG) and the acetylcholine receptor (AChR) form of MG. The project scientist must possess the subject matter expertise, including a Ph.D or M.D. degree, and the creative energy necessary to function at a high level of competence and to supervise junior members of the laboratory team. The appointee will participate in activities to increase, improve, or upgrade competency. Appointees with Project (e.g., Scientist) titles may engage in University and public service. They do not have teaching responsibilities. Although the Project Scientist is expected to work independently under the general guidance of an academic member with an independent research program (i.e., Professor, Professional Researcher, Specialist in Cooperative Extension, etc.), in this case Professor David Richman (who has Principal status), the appointee is not required to develop an independent research program or reputation. The Project Scientist does not usually serve as a Principal Investigator but may do so by exception.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
I. RESEARCH (95%)

Research: 75%
This position requires creative contributions to and collaborative development of a series of projects involving the development and analysis of animal models of diseases of this synapse, especially anti-MuSK myasthenia and AChR myasthenia. The candidate will help to determine research goals in consultation with the Principal Investigator and will design specific projects, including the selection of appropriate molecular and cell biological methods and techniques. The candidate will supervise students, junior specialists and technicians regarding the technical aspects of the research, including methods development, trouble-shooting problems, interpreting results and planning follow-up experiments.

Publication: 10%
The candidate will publish research in peer-reviewed journals either independently or in collaboration with the PI or other members of the research team.

Grant Acquisition: 10%
The candidate will assist in writing proposals for funding from federal and state agencies and other funding organizations. The candidate will prepare and assist in the preparation of reports as required by granting agencies and prepare modifications of budgets and other grant components as needed.

II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5%)
The candidate will participate in professional societies and conferences appropriate to his/her specific field of neuroscience and will serve as a reviewer of research proposals and scientific publications as appropriate. The candidate will attend seminars to present research results and may give oral presentations to public and professional interest groups.

When appropriate, the candidate may coordinate and/or give presentations at seminars, laboratory meetings or educational functions.

For the full position description and to apply, visit: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF05502

This recruitment is conducted at the Assistant rank. The resulting hire will be at the Assistant rank regardless of the proposed appointee's qualifications.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Ph.D or MD is required
Subject matter expertise in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of the synapses in animal models.
Creative energy to function at a high level of competence and to supervise junior members of the laboratory team.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Cover Letter (Optional)

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

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF05502

Help contact: margodfrey@ucdavis.edu

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Job location

Sacramento, CA