University of California - Davis
Assistant Project Scientist - Ripplinger 2025
University of California - Davis, Davis, California, us, 95617
Position overview: The University of California, Davis, School of Medicine, Department of Pharmacology invites applications for 1 full-time academic position in the Assistant Project Scientist series.
We seek a highly motivated and skilled project scientist to help lead studies on the role of adrenergic signaling in heart failure progression and arrhythmogenesis. Investigations will be carried out at the molecular/cellular, whole organ, and in vivo levels.
The duties and responsibilities of this position include: performing skilled in vivo and ex vivo experimental procedures, collecting and analyzing electrophysiological data, preparing respective figures for scientific publications, presentations and grant applications, submitting independent grant applications relevant to the candidate's research, and maintaining the highest regulatory and safety standards within the laboratory environment.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
RESEARCH (80%): This position requires creative contributions to and collaborative development of an active research program investigating the role of adrenergic signaling in animal models of heart failure. The candidate will be expected to develop new ideas about how sex hormones impact heart failure remodeling. The candidate will further be expected to publish results and assist the Principal Investigator in supervising and training graduate and undergraduate students. Publication: 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: The candidate will assist in writing proposals for funding from federal and state agencies and other funding organizations. Safety and Regulatory Expectations: The candidate is expected to maintain the highest regulatory and safety standards within the laboratory environment, including strict adherence to animal protocols, laboratory safety regulations, and maintaining detailed documentation of compliance where appropriate. QUALIFICATIONS
PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, Physiology or related field. At least 10 years of relevant research experience. Expertise in designing and planning of research projects. Experience in writing research papers and grant applications. Skill in analyzing and evaluating data. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work both independently and as a team player. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Statement of Research Authorization to Release Information Form The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state for federal law.
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RESEARCH (80%): This position requires creative contributions to and collaborative development of an active research program investigating the role of adrenergic signaling in animal models of heart failure. The candidate will be expected to develop new ideas about how sex hormones impact heart failure remodeling. The candidate will further be expected to publish results and assist the Principal Investigator in supervising and training graduate and undergraduate students. Publication: 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: The candidate will assist in writing proposals for funding from federal and state agencies and other funding organizations. Safety and Regulatory Expectations: The candidate is expected to maintain the highest regulatory and safety standards within the laboratory environment, including strict adherence to animal protocols, laboratory safety regulations, and maintaining detailed documentation of compliance where appropriate. QUALIFICATIONS
PhD in Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, Physiology or related field. At least 10 years of relevant research experience. Expertise in designing and planning of research projects. Experience in writing research papers and grant applications. Skill in analyzing and evaluating data. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work both independently and as a team player. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Statement of Research Authorization to Release Information Form The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state for federal law.
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