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Assistant/Associate/Full Project Scientist - Microbiology and Immunology - Stanley Lab Department of Molecular and Cell Biology

Position overview Position title: Project Scientist
Salary range: The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/july-2024-scales/t37-b.pdf. A reasonable full-time salary estimate for this position is $82,100-$130,000.

Percent time: 100%

Anticipated start: Summer/Fall 2025

Position duration: One year with the possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funding.

Application Window
Open date: June 2, 2025

Next review date: Tuesday, Jun 17, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jul 2, 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 Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Project Scientist at the Assistant, Associate, or full rank. The position will report to Professor Sarah Stanley. The Project Scientist will make significant and creative contributions in the area of Microbiology and Immunology.

The Stanley lab is interested in identifying new molecular mechanisms that mediate both successful immune control and evasion of immunity by the pathogen. We utilize a wide range of techniques and approaches, including bacterial and host genetics, microscopy, chemical biology, and proteomics to understand the physiology of Mtb inside of macrophages and the host pathways that are key mediators of the host-pathogen interaction. We are motivated by the belief that a better understanding of the Mtb host-pathogen interaction will allow for the rational design of the next generation of therapeutics and vaccines for treating this devastating disease.

This position is for a Project Scientist who will perform sponsored research evaluating novel immunotherapeutics for treating bacterial infection. This project is conducted with other researchers at UC Berkeley, as well as Harvard University, and is based on existing data evaluating specific experimental therapeutics for treating infections with Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Mycobacterium avium (MAC).

Under general direction, the successful candidate will serve as the project lead with responsibility for developing and conducting experiments (testing cell culture and animal models for infections, testing antibiotic candidates in the appropriate assays in order to guide further optimization and development) as well as responsibility for lab management (giving day-to-day work instructions for the project's Staff Research Associate, ordering supplies and equipment, etc.)

The duties of the position include:
Infecting mice with MRSA and MAC, treating with novel therapies and evaluating outcomes
Carrying out immunological analysis of infected animals
Testing for efficacy of novel therapies in tissue culture
Testing for efficacy of novel therapies against bacteria grown in vitro
Performing toxicity testing in mice
Managing and analyzing data
Pursuing publication of research in peer-reviewed journals;
Pursuing additional funding opportunities consistent with existing and future research programs and goals
Developing and troubleshooting new related research directions
Training and mentoring lab members
Presenting data to project members
Collaborating with other scientists across campus and with collaborators at Harvard University

Lab: https://www.thestanleylab.org/

Contract: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-units/academic-researchers/contract/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
PhD (or equivalent international degree)

Additional qualifications (required at time of start)
Minimum of 4 years of postdoctoral research experience

Preferred qualifications

• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals of research relevant to the job duties
• PhD or equivalent international degree in Immunology or Infectious Disease
• Experience publishing lead author primary research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience collaborating with other scientists
• Experience working with macrophages in innate immunity
• Experience with advanced flow cytometry
• Track record of excellence in mentored research program
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, participate in efficient and open collaboration, and enjoy engaging with a diverse group of researchers.
• Self-motivated, interactive, and meticulous approach to tasks and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Innovative and able to synergize various ideas and approaches, while exercising sound judgment to evaluate and take acceptable risks.
  
  Application Requirements
  
  Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
  • Cover Letter
  • Statement of Research
  
  
  Reference requirements
  
  • 3-5 required (contact information only)
  Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04920
  
  Help contact: sastanley@berkeley.edu
  
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  Job location
  Berkeley, CA
  
  
  To apply, visit https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04920