Associate Specialist - Chesler Lab
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: July 17, 2023
Most recent review date: Friday, Aug 18, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Sunday, Dec 31, 2023 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 UCI Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) in the Henry Samueli School of Engineering is currently accepting applications for an Associate Specialist in the laboratory of Professor Naomi Chesler (http://CheslerLab.org). The laboratory is located within the Edwards Lifesciences Foundation Cardiovascular Innovation and Research Center (http://circ.eng.uci.edu). The position is funded by multiple extramural grants addressing topics related to cardiopulmonary mechanobiology and biomechanics, especially ventricular and vascular structure and function. Approximately 50% of the time will be spent designing and implementing high-level original research experiments, assisting in the creation of new grant applications, and contributing to manuscripts. The remaining 50% of their time will be devoted to assisting others with in vitro and in vivo experiments, measurements, and assays. The initial appointment will be full-time, for a 12-month period.
Requirements: A master’s or doctoral degree in biomedical engineering, physiology, biology, or a related field, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and strong oral and written communication skills are required. Experience with research data management is preferred.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience.
Minimum annual salary range - $70,500.00 to $82,100.00
Application Procedure: Applicants will need to upload a curriculum vitae, cover letter outlining their interest and contact information for at least two references to our online RECRUIT system at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08522
Screening will begin on August 7 and will continue until the position is filled.
Department: https://engineering.uci.edu/dept/bme
Qualifications
- Master’s or doctoral degree in biomedical engineering, physiology, biology, or a related field.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Outlining your interest.
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 2-3 required (contact information only)
Campus Information
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.
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.