Assistant Project Scientist

Assistant Project Scientist

We seek an experienced physician-scientist to advance our research at the University of California, Los Angeles Department of Neurology in the translational science research group of Dr. Jeffrey Saver.

Dr. Saver's research focuses on neurovascular disease and includes studies of novel acute stroke treatments, stroke prevention prevention therapies, neurovascular imaging, clinical trial design, and neurocognitive consequences of brain vascular disease

Our research spans development of novel drugs (e.g. thrombolytics, neuroprotective agents, antithrombotics), development of novel devices (e.g. thrombectomy retrievers, PFO occluders, embolic protection), development and validation of novel neuroimaging biomarkers, design and performance of phase 1, 2, 3, and 4 clinical trials, studies in large, statewide and national clinical registries and administrative datasets. The successful candidate will be expected to work on multiple projects efficiently and effectively under the supervision of the PI. He/She should be able to carry out experiments, to analyze

data with minimal direct supervision, to perform structured assessments of patient status, and to communicate well with scientists at all levels.

Specific Responsibilities

The successful candidate will participate in designing studies with the PI and other research group members, execute experiments in an independent manner, and assist in generating data for manuscript and grant preparation and revision. The scientist will train junior postdocs, technical staff, fellows and residents, and medical student, graduate and undergraduate researchers in common techniques and imaging analyses used in the laboratory. The scientist will also work with lab members to maintain a safe environment within the lab. Excellent bookkeeping and communication skills are a must.

Requirements:

Applicants must have an M.D or Ph.D. degree. Ideal candidates should have a strong background and experience in translational vascular neuroscience research. Experience in conducting large administrative data set analyses, complex clinical trial regulatory activities, and NIH research network studies is required. Experience in neuroimaging research is desirable. 2-3 years of independent postdoctoral research experience in an academic or equivalent setting is preferred.

Additional Duties

* Assist in collaborative projects with other laboratories.

* Participate in routine lab maintenance.

* Supervise Research Assistants and undergraduate students.

Application Procedure:

Application procedure: Apply by submitting your application to our online RECRUIT system at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10795 Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Cover Letter (Optional)

Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t37-b.pdf

The salary range for this position is $76,700-$89,000.

The shared values of the DGSOM are expressed in the Cultural North Star, which was developed by members of our community and affirms our unswerving commitment to doing what's right, making things better, and being kind. These are the standards to which we hold ourselves, and one another. Please read more about this important DGSOM program at https://medschool.ucla.edu/cultural-north-star.

The David Geffen School of Medicine Anti-racism roadmap is our co-created path to ensuring racial justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to actively dismantling structural racism in our organization as described in more detail at:

All aspects of searches are confidential and all candidates are expected to review and abide by UC Regents Policy 1111 on Statement on Ethical Values and Standards of Conduct https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/1111.html

Applicants must have an M.D or Ph.D. degree with several years of postdoctoral training in neuroscience and in human stem cell tissue culture, human brain organoid generation and biology, and electrophysiology

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Only references of final candidate will be contacted

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.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
• 
  UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• 
  UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment