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UCLA Fielding School of Public Health Postdoctoral Scholar in Los Angeles, California
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Job #JPF09335
Neurology / David Geffen School Of Medicin / UCLA
Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Employee
Salary range: $64,480-$77,327
Review timeline: candidate is reviewed every 2 years from appointment
Application Window
Open date: April 8, 2024
Most recent review date: Monday, Apr 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, May 8, 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
Multiple postdoc positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Chao Peng at the Department of Neurology at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Peng lab focuses on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of alpha-synuclein and tau-related neurodegenerative diseases including but not limited to Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and multiple system atrophy. We develop cutting-edge disease models and apply powerful genetic, multi-omics, system biology, and high throughput screen methods to investigate a wide range of topics related to the development and progression of these diseases. We are particularly interested in the transmission, conformational diversity, and biological consequences of pathological proteins in neurodegenerative diseases and the role of neuron-glial interactions in disease etiology. We also work with companies and academic collaborators to develop novel therapeutic strategies for neurodegenerative diseases. Our publications are well-recognized by the neurodegenerative disease community including Nature, Nature Neuroscience, and Nature Reviews Neurology. The laboratory environment is highly collegial and interactive. Please visit our lab website https://penglab.dgsom.ucla.edu/pages/ for more information.
Salary range is $64,480 - $77,327.
UCLA has been ranked the No.1 public school in the US by U.S.News in 2024. The rich scientific environment provides unparalleled research training opportunities, including research seminars given by scientific leaders around the world, exposure to diverse research programs, cross-disciplinary collaborations, and a large amount of highly sophisticated core facilities.
Successful candidates for postdoc positions are expected to have a PhD degree with a strong record of publication and should be highly motivated, collaborative, and able to conduct independent research. Candidates with a strong background in biochemistry, stem cell, metabolism, or neuroscience are particularly encouraged to apply. The postdoc will perform independent research of neurodegenerative diseases under the direction and Dr. Peng, and will write manuscript and apply for grants. These are fully funded multi-year positions. A highly competitive salary will be provided and commensurate with experience.
Application should be sent to Dr. Chao Peng (cpeng@mednet.ucla.edu). Please include your detailed curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests describing your background and research interest, and the contact information of three references.
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Successful candidates for postdoc positions are expected to have a PhD degree with a strong record of publication and should be highly motivated, collaborative, and able to conduct independent research.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter (Optional)
Statement of Research (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 FAQ document.
Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Only references of serious candidates will be contacted
Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09335
Help contact: jacquelinelinares@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 complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.
Job location
Los Angeles, CA