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The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Irvine invites applicants for a project scientist in the Gorodetsky Group, at the Assistant or Associate level. The position requires a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Polymer Chemistry or related fields. There are multiple openings for applicants with expertise in cell biology, cellular engineering, and bioelectronics, broadly defined. Expertise with mammalian cell culture, specifically within the context of bioelectronic devices, is required for the position. The start date is negotiable. The initial appointments would be for one year, with the possibility of extension, depending on performance and completion of programmatic objectives and milestones.

Review of applications will begin on 05/29/2023 and continue until the positions are filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• The position requires a conferred PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Polymer Chemistry or related fields.
• Expertise with mammalian cell culture, specifically within the context of bioelectronic devices.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of lab members in a team environment.
Qualified candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to the following on-line recruitment URL:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08232

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.

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