Assistant Project Scientist in Neurosurgery
University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
United States

Assistant Project Scientist
Brain Injury Research Center Laboratory

Position Description
We seek an experienced scientist to advance our research at the University of California, Los Angeles Department of Neurosurgery in the laboratory of Dr. Mayumi Prins.

Dr. Prins’s laboratory studies traumatic brain injury in preclinical models. Our research focuses on mild and severe brain injuries and examine metabolic, inflammatory, gut microbiome changes, sex differences in recovery and exercise. We conduct studies in animal models that allow us to understand the time course of injury and recovery so that we can appropriately address therapeutic interventions. Eventually these findings will be validated in humans through clinical trials. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, and undergraduate student researchers, preparing manuscripts for publication in scientific journals, and assisting with the preparation of grant proposals.

Specific Responsibilities
Responsibilities of this position include study design, data acquisition, statistical computation, and literature review and manuscript/grant preparation.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a PhD or MD or both. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the following areas: neurophysiology, molecular biology, rodent surgery and TBI models, and data analysis.

Applicants must have experience with the use of flow cytometry, immunohistochemical, animal behavioral assessments, gut microbiome data analysis and statistics. Prior experience with traumatic brain injury is preferred.

Additional Duties
• Ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and effectively.• Ability to work independently on scientific projects• Required to communicate well with other scientists.• Candidate should have 5 years research experience in neuorscience in an academic setting or equivalent. • The candidate will report directly to the Principal Investigator and will successfully carry out experiments and analyze the data generated with minimal supervision.

Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Bibliography
Statement of Research
Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Cover Letter (Optional)

Application procedure: Apply by submitting your application to our online RECRUIT system at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF06185. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 nondiscrimination policy. UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy

Please be advised that the final candidate recommended for hire into a critical (or otherwise designated) position will be required to successfully complete a background investigation. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
The offer of this position is contingent on the successful completion of a background check prior to your first day of employment and evidence of authorization to work in the United States. Also by accepting this offer you are acknowledging compliance with UCLA Health policy by receiving your influenza vaccination prior to your start date. If you are in agreement with the terms and conditions of this offer, please sign and return the enclosed copy of this letter. Feel free to contact Davis D. del Pino at 310-206-6567 to discuss any questions you may have regarding employment.

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More information about this recruitment: https://www.uclahealth.org/neurosurgery/