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POSITION OVERVIEW Salary range: The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 37B. The salary range for this position is $76,700-$89,000. APPLICATION WINDOW Open date: November 24, 2025 Most recent review date: Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 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: Thursday, Apr 23, 2026 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 ASSISTANT PROJECT SCIENTIST UCLA’s Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics is seeking to fill a full-time Assistant Project Scientist position in the lab of Professor Carrie Miceli. The Assistant Project Scientist candidate will perform research on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy with an emphasis on immune mechanisms involved in driving fibrosis versus regeneration and identifying and targeting barriers limiting efficacy of dystrophin replacement therapies in a large collaborative team effort. The Assistant Project Scientist position is a 12-month non-Senate position. Specific responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Process, bank and culture primary muscle biopsy samples and blood from DMD and healthy individuals, in some instances developing tissue culture-based models for in-culture investigations. Conduct research aimed understanding muscle remodeling in DMD muscle tissue before and after dystrophin replacement AAV gene therapy or other investigational treatments, including preparing samples for single cell/nuclei sequencing and coordinating sample tracking across group members for sequencing and interpretation. Design and carry out FACS based experiment aimed at characterizing primary or expanded and stimulated muscle mononuclear cells including fibroblast, satellite cell, lymphocytes, myeloid and endothelial cell populations. Use standard molecular techniques including western blot, RNA analysis, Elisa, DNA cloning/construction and immunohistochemistry to design and implement experiments to further probe/validate candidate mechanisms or drug targets identified. Perform myogenesis assays in coculture with other healthy or dystrophic cell types or drugs/inhibitors. T cell, macrophage, fibroblast bead purification and characterization, including characterization of cell populations using single cell transcriptomics. Work with core directors to implement and optimize application of core technologies to lab projects. Contribute to lab organization, cleanliness, equipment maintenance and stocking supplies. Assist with preparation of grant proposals. Preparation of manuscripts for publication in scientific journals. Minimum Qualifications: • Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Immunology, Molecular Genetics or comparable field • Must be familiar with FACS staining, sorting, development of assays and analysis • Must be familiar with most basic molecular biology techniques including: western blot, RNA and DNA purification, PCR, design of recombinant/mutated gene expression constructs or CRISPR expression tools, ELISA, IHC • Must have experience with cell culture and differentiation, experience with multi-cell models will be especially appreciated. • Experience with data analysis of single cell or single nuclei transcriptomes is not required but will be considered an advantage. • Prior experience in large collaborative studies an advantage. QUALIFICATIONS Basic qualifications • Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Immunology, Molecular Genetics or comparable field • Must be familiar with FACS staining, sorting, development of assays and analysis • Must be familiar with most basic molecular biology techniques including: western blot, RNA and DNA purification, PCR, design of recombinant/mutated gene expression constructs or CRISPR expression tools, ELISA, IHC • Must have experience with cell culture and differentiation, experience with multi-cell models will be especially appreciated. • Experience with data analysis of single cell or single nuclei transcriptomes is not required but will be considered an advantage. • Prior experience in large collaborative studies an advantage. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Document requirements Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter UCLA Mission Statement – As the nation’s premier public research university, UC’s mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education. The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows: Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles Expand our reach as a global university Enhance our research and creative activities Elevate how we teach Become a more effective institution Prompt for candidates for recruitment: Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA’s mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service Statement of Research (Optional) Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Applicants will be asked to name references to complete their application, but the references will not be asked to provide letters until later in the review process. Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10738 Help contact: aouchi@mednet.ucla.edu

Title HMS – Research Associate in the Department of Cell Biology School Harvard Medical School Department/Area HMS – Cell Biology Position Description We are looking for an individual that will support our research efforts in transcription and DNA replication biology by facilitating cell culture requirements and protein production requirements across relevant single and multi subunit protein (complexes). The individual will also support general lab ordering and lab organization tasks and maintain common laboratory stocks. The candidate needs to be familiar with general molecular biology workflows (including but not limited to SDS–PAGE, agarose gel, cloning etc.), well-versed in aseptic techniques, and familiar with eukaryotic transcription systems (e.g. insect cell culture and mammalian cell culture). The successful candidate will work with Dr. Lucas Farnung within the scope of the lab’s research focus. In addition to supporting research, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for fellowship funding, contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members as needed, and otherwise contribute to overall lab operations and collaborative environment.Salary and Benefits This position is salaried and benefits eligible. With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions. Basic Qualifications Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in areas such as biological sciences or related fields. Knowledge in eukaryotic cell culture system, molecular cloning, molecular biology techniques, aseptic technique. Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Required documents: Curriculum Vitae Statement of Research for PhD work Cover Letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab. Note with names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as your reference Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on March 09, 2026. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work.Expected Dates Application deadline: 03/09/2026 Start date: The position is expected to start on or around 03/16/2026 with some flexibility. Duration: This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position. Contact Information HMS – Dept. of Cell Biology 240 Longwood Ave., Farnung Lab Boston, MA 02115 Contact Email Lucas_Farnung@hms.harvard.edu; xheni_vaqari@hms.harvard.edu Salary Range This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Research Note Optional Documents Publication Apply Now

Title HMS – Research Associate in the Department of Cell Biology School Harvard Medical School Department/Area HMS – Cell Biology Position Description We invite applicants for a Research Associate position in the Finley lab at Harvard Medical School in Boston, Massachusetts. The work of this lab is focused primarily on ubiquitination, deubiquitination, and the proteasome.We welcome applications from researchers who are experienced in this field, and interested in particular in the study of deubiquitination and Parkinson’s disease. All work will be conducted using in mouse model sytems; experience with mice preferred. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Finley to develop a research project focused as above. In addition to carrying out bench research, the successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members as needed, and otherwise contribute to overall lab operations and collaborative environment. Salary and Benefits This position is salaried and benefits eligible. With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions. Basic Qualifications Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in areas such as molecular biology, genetics, or related fields. Experience with mouse model systems. Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Required documents: Curriculum Vitae Statement of Research for PhD work Cover Letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab. Note with names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as your reference Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on March 12, 2026. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work.Expected Dates Application deadline: 03/12/2026 Start date: The position is expected to start on or around 03/23/2026 with some flexibility. Duration: This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position. Contact Information HMS – Dept. of Cell Biology 240 Longwood Ave., Finley Lab Boston, MA 02115 Contact Email daniel_finley@hms.harvard.edu; xheni_vaqari@hms.harvard.edu Salary Range  The annual salary for this position is $83,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Statement of Research Note Optional Documents Publication Apply Now