Jr. Specialist - Digman Lab

Will remain open until filled

The UCI Department of Biomedical Engineering in the Samueli School of Engineering is seeking applicants for a Jr. Specialist position for Professor Michelle Digman’s lab to work on biophysical characterization of amyloid aggregates. The individual will execute laboratory experiments, analyze data and assist in the preparation of manuscript for publication. Will also develop spectroscopic, immunological and biochemical probes to detect, distinguish and quantify oligomers and fibrils both in vitro and in vivo.

Requirements: Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, physics or a related field. Experience in fluorescence microscopy and optics and a background in chemistry, physics or a related field is preferred.  Applicants should also have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment, and excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Application Procedure: Applicants will need to upload a curriculum vitae, name/addresses of at least two references and cover letter to our online RECRUIT system at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09401  

Salary: A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100.00 - $56,600.00 annual. See Table - https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/july-2024-scales/t24-b.pdf