Recruit

The Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Care, University of California Irvine Health System, anticipates openings in the Project Scientist series (Open Rank) to study chronic pain transduction and drug target validation supported by NIH.

Our current research focuses on validation of drug target in vitro and in animal models. Cellular and molecular biology techniques, histochemistry, rodent neuropathic pain (peripheral nerve injury and trigeminal nerve injury) models, behavioral pharmacology, and spinal cord slice recording are utilized in the studies.

Preference will be given to an applicant who is self-motivated, interested in pursuing an academic research career, an independent thinker, and has experience in using one or more of the following techniques: chronic pain models, behavioral pharmacology, immunohistochemistry, and spinal cord slice recording.

Appointment ranking will depend on the qualification of the candidate.

TO APPLY: Please log onto UCI’s RECRUIT located at:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF06160

Create an applicant profile and upload the following to complete the application:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research Statement
4. Diversity Statement
5. Names and contact information for three (3) references

Send any inquires to Dr. David Luo at zluo@uci.edu

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.