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University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)

Postdoctoral Position in Skin Immunology/Systems Biology Research - Scumpia Lab

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Position Overview

Position title:

Postdoctoral Fellow in Skin Immunology/Systems Biology Research at the Scumpia LaboratorySalary range:

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

Open date:

May 6, 2024Most recent review date:

Thursday, Jun 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:

Thursday, Aug 29, 2024 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 Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is currently recruiting for a full-time postdoctoral position in Dr. Philip Scumpia's laboratory.This postdoctoral position is focused on understanding how the immune system contributes to skin disease toward our understanding of cutaneous wound healing, cutaneous infection, inflammatory skin disease, vaccine biology, and skin cancer. The laboratory is affiliated with the Department of Medicine/Division of Dermatology, the I3T, Bioengineering, and the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center (Tumor Cell Biology Program) at the University of California, Los Angeles.The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in transgenic/knockout animal models, handling RNA, DNA and protein. His or her skill set should include:ImmunohistochemistrySingle cell and/or spatial transcriptomicsFACS analysisImmuno-blottingMammalian cell cultureCRISPR knockoutMicroscopySmall animal workInterested individuals should have:Strength in bioinformatic skills, a significant advantageFluency in English and strong written and oral communication skillsPermanent U.S. residency or citizenship: Preferred but not requiredAt least one first-authored publication in a top-ranked, peer-reviewed journalA Ph.D. is requiredThe shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what's right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another.Qualifications

Basic qualifications:

A Ph.D. is required. Candidate should have at least one first-authored publication in a top-ranked, peer-reviewed journal.Preferred qualifications:

The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in transgenic/knockout animal models, handling RNA, DNA and protein. His or her skill set should include:ImmunohistochemistrySingle cell and/or spatial transcriptomicsFACS analysisImmuno-blottingMammalian cell cultureCRISPR knockoutMicroscopySmall animal workInterested individuals should have:Strength in bioinformatic skills, a significant advantageFluency in English and strong written and oral communication skillsPermanent U.S. residency or citizenship: Preferred but not requiredApplication Requirements

Document requirements:Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.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.Reference requirements:3-5 letters of reference requiredApply link:

https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09341Help contact:

lhidalgo@mednet.ucla.eduAbout 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.Job Location

Los Angeles, CA

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