What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Researcher position at UC San Diego?
Postdoctoral position at UC San Diego!
UC San Diego is recognized as one of the top 15 research universities worldwide, located in La Jolla, California. UC San Diego is a hub for innovation and academic excellence, contributing to advancements in biomedical research, drug discovery and innovation.
Role Description
This full-time, on-site role located in La Jolla, CA, is for a Postdoctoral Researcher at UC San Diego, in the School of Medicine, in the laboratory of Professor JoAnn Trejo. The Postdoctoral Researcher will conduct advanced research related to GPCR signaling from plasma membrane microdomains, endosomes and ubiquitin-regulated signaling in the context of vascular endothelial inflammation or breast cancer progression. The exceptional candidate will lead an independent project, perform data analysis, develop or improve experimental methodologies, and collaborate closely with technical staff, postdocs and graduate students. Additional responsibilities may include publishing findings in peer-reviewed journals, attending academic conferences, and contributing to the training and mentorship of undergraduate and graduate students.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in cell signaling, cell biology, molecular biology and/or pharmacology and a strong foundational knowledge of research principles and methodologies.
- A solid background in biochemistry, pharmacology, along with experiences in advanced imaging / microscopy and animal models is preferred.
- Experience in rigorous data analysis, including using statistical tools and computational applications to interrogate large data sets
- Strong written and oral communication skills for scholarly publications and presentations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse research team.