Assistant Project Scientist in Neuroscience Research Institute (D. Montell Lab)
UCSB Computer Science
Position overview
Position title: Assistant Project ScientistApplication Window
Open date: August 26, 2025
Next review date: Wednesday, Sep 10, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 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 laboratory of Dr. Denise Montell in the Neuroscience Research Institute at the University of California, Santa Barbara invites applications for a full-time Assistant Project Scientist. The appointee will carry out research related to the role of Rac in phagocytosis and cellular cannibalism in Drosophila and in human melanoma cells. Responsibilities will include training undergraduate and graduate students in Drosophila genetics, ovary dissections, experimental design, data collection and data interpretation as well as carrying out independent research into the mechanisms of Rac-mediated cellular cannibalism in the fly ovary and human melanoma cells. The appointee will be expected to make significant conceptual contributions to the project.
Qualifications
A doctorate degree in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology or related field is required.
A minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral experience.
A very solid research and publication record. The ideal candidate will have experience in:
- Drosophila genetics
- Drosophila ovary dissection
- Immunostaining
- Melanoma cell culture
- Live & confocal microscopy
- Co-culture assays
- Image analysis
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. that includes publication record.
Statement of Research - Research statement that includes career goals.
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Please provide the names and complete contact information for 3 references. References for the finalists may be contacted if necessary, at the committee's discretion, before extending an offer.
Help contact: cushing@lifesci.ucsb.edu
About UC Santa Barbara
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