Postdoctoral Position in Rheumatology - Yiu Lab 2024-2025

The Division of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is currently recruiting for a full-time postdoctoral position. This position is available immediately in the Yiu Laboratory.

A postdoctoral scholar position is available for a highly motivated scientist at the University of California, Los Angeles to focus on immune cell development. Our group investigates normal and abnormal T and non-T cell development to target autoimmunity, autoinflammation, and immunodeficiency. We employ a multi-faceted approach including cell biology, genome editing, and single-cell genomics, utilizing multiple models such as primary cells, induced pluripotent stem cells, organoids, and humanized mice.

The ideal candidate will take initiative in designing, executing, and advancing research projects while actively engaging with interdisciplinary teams. Applicants who exhibit self-motivation, a passion for science and medicine, excellent communication skills, and a positive and solutions-oriented approach will be prioritized.

* Design, execute, and analyze experiments related to immune cell development.

* Develop and optimize laboratory protocols and methodologies.

* Utilize techniques such as flow cytometry, CRISPR-based gene editing, and cellular immunology assays.

* Maintain and culture pluripotent and primary cells.

* Perform mouse handling and experimental procedures.

* Contribute to manuscript preparation, grant writing, and research presentations.

* Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in laboratory techniques and research methodology.

* Maintain rigorous documentation of experimental procedures and data analysis.

* A Ph.D. or M.D. is required

See Table 23 for the salary range for this position. https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/oct-2024-scales/t23.pdf . A reasonable estimate for this position is $66,737- $80,034.

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A Ph.D. or M.D. is required.

• Expertise in flow cytometry and FACS sorting
• Experience with CRISPR-based gene editing, including base and prime editing skills
• Proficiency in pluripotent and primary cell culture
• Strong background in cellular immunology assays
• Experience in mouse handling and procedures
• Proficiency in bioinformatic analysis

• 3-5 letters of reference required

At least 3 references are required.

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.

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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