Employment at La Jolla Bioengineering Institute
We currently have the following position classifications open for consideration:
Faculty Positions
Senior Research Scientist – #SR-JF (Updated: 5/11/2010)
The La Jolla Bioengineering Institute invites applications for Senior Research Scientist positions from individuals with expertise in molecular membrane mechanics. All candidates must have a demonstrated track record of peer-reviewed funded research. Salaries and laboratory space will be considered commensurate with demonstrated research excellence. Applicants should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of at least three references electronically to email: hr@ljbi.org – reference SR-JF in the subject line. LJBI is an EOE employer.
Post-Doctoral Positions
Postdoctoral Research / Research Scientist #PD-MC (Updated: 5/11/2010)
The La Jolla Bioengineering Institute invites applications for a postdoctoral position to perform research on the mechanisms of mechanochemical signal transduction. We seek a highly motivated individual with demonstrated scientific expertise in biochemistry of membrane proteins (GPCR’s and G protein) and lipid bilayer membranes. The successful candidate will work synergistically with our strengths in time resolved spectroscopy of membrane protein dynamics. Applicants must have completed a PhD degree within last ten years and should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of at least three references electronically to email: hr@ljbi.org – reference PD-MC in the subject line. LJBI offers salary commensurate with experience. Additionally, health insurance will be provided. LJBI is an EOE employer.
Postdoctoral Researcher / Research Scientist ~ Molecular Modeling / Computational Chemistry – #PRS-MC (Updated: 5/11/2010)
The La Jolla Bioengineering Institute invites applications for a postdoctoral position to perform research on the mechanisms of mechanochemical signal transduction. We seek a highly motivated individual with demonstrated scientific expertise in biochemistry of membrane proteins (GPCR’s and G protein) and lipid bilayer membranes. The successful candidate will work synergistically with our strengths in time resolved spectroscopy of membrane protein dynamics. Applicants must have completed a PhD degree within last ten years and should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of at least three references electronically to email: hr@ljbi.org – reference PRS-MC or in the subject line. LJBI offers salary commensurate with experience. Additionally, health insurance will be provided. LJBI is an EOE employer.
Postdoctoral/Research Associate – #PRA-JN (Updated: 5/11/2010)
A Post-doctoral/Research Associate position is available to participate in the development of new nanoparticle labels for highly multiplexed cell and molecular analysis using Raman spectroscopy. Experience in nanoparticle synthesis, surface coating, and characterization for biomolecular analysis required. Experience in immunoassays, spectroscopy, and/or molecular and cell analysis desired. Send cover letter, resume/CV, and list of references to hr@ljbi.org – Reference PRA-JN in subject line. LJBI is an EOE employer.
Research Scientist Positions
Research Associate – #RA-JF (Updated: 5/11/2010)
The La Jolla Bioengineering Institute invites applications for a Research Associate position from candidates with 1-5 years laboratory experience preferred. Perform rodent in vivo studies, histology, histomorphometry, immunohistochemistry and intravital microscopy.
Requirements:
Candidates must have completed at least a BS degree in relevant field. US citizenship or permanent residency required. Candidates should submit curriculum vitae with the names of at least three references electronically to hr@ljbi.org and Reference RA-JF in subject line. LJBI offers benefits including: medical, life insurance, 401K plan w/employer contributions, paid vacation, holidays. LJBI is an EOE employer.
Research Scientist/Engineer – #RSE-JN (Updated: 5/11/2010)
A Research Scientist/Engineer position is available to work on the development of new flow cytometry instrumentation and highly multiplexed cell and molecular analysis applications involving Raman spectroscopy. The candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team of chemists, biologists, and engineers working on the development of new instruments and methods for molecular and cell analysis. He/she will be responsible for maintaining fluorescence and Raman flow cytometers and microscopes, assisting users, and participating in the development new flow cytometry instrumentation.
Requirements:
Applicants should have a BS in a relevant field, and significant hands-on experience with flow cytometry instruments, including fluidics, electronics, and software. Please email CV, a cover letter outlining relevant experience, and a list of professional references to: hr@ljbi.org reference RSE-JN in subject line. LJBI is an EOE employer.
Research Associate – #RSPF-JF (Updated: 5/11/2010)
The La Jolla Bioengineering Institute invites applications for a Research Scientist/Postdoctoral Fellow position to investigate mechanochemical signal transduction. It will involve performing molecular, biochemical and cell biological techniques such as cell and tissue culture preparation, immunoprecipitation, fluorescence microscopy, immunohistochemistry, Western blot and mammalian cell transfections.
Requirements:
Candidates must have completed a Ph.D. and should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae and the names of at least three references electronically to hr@ljbi.org and Reference RSPF-JF in subject line. LJBI offers salary commensurate with experience. Additionally, health insurance will be provided. LJBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
International Opportunities
(Updated: 5/11/2010)
The Malaria Program at LJBI is offering opportunities for two foreign graduate or post-doctoral students to conduct activities in NIH-funded projects whose main focus is to study the role of nitric oxide in pathogenesis and therapeutics of cerebral malaria (CM) using the murine model of infection by Plasmodium berghei ANKA. The opportunities are for short-term stays (3-6 months), but extensions can be considered upon mutual interest and funding availability. The selected participants will be offered a monthly stipend (US$2,000.00 for graduates; US$3,000.00 for post-docs), health insurance and return air-ticket (Country of origin-San Diego, CA). LJBI will provide all the administrative support through the Institution’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program, as well as the physical and material resources necessary for the activities.
Graduate candidates must be enrolled in and pursuing studies (M.D. or Ph.D.) at a degree- or certificate-granting post-secondary academic institution in their Country of origin. Post-doctoral candidates must have obtained their Ph.D. within the past 3 years. Although no restriction will be imposed upfront in relation to the candidates’ current research project, preference will be given to candidates working on subjects with evident affinity with LJBI’s Malaria Program and that will more likely benefit of the stay.
Candidates will apply by submitting a short CV, a letter of intent with a description of the candidate’s skills and interests, and two reference letters (being one from the current supervisor, who should fully support the candidature). Candidatures should be submitted to hr@ljbi.org and Reference IO-LC in subject line.
Requirements:
This program requires the use of J1 Visas.
How to apply:
All candidates should reference the job number and send a cover letter, current CV and list of references to: hr@ljbi.org, or by fax or mail:
Human Resources Department
La Jolla Bioengineering Institute
505 Coast Boulevard South
Suite #406
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 456-7540 fax