Posted:	9/15/2012
Job Title:	Assistant Researcher
Employer:	University of California, Irvine Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders, Irvine, California
Description:	The University of California, Irvine’s Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders (UCI MIND) is seeking an individual who has extensive experience (4+ yrs) working in the area of immunotherapy using animal models to advance the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders. The professional researcher series at UCI is designed for scientists who engage in independent and creative high quality research. Applicants should therefore have a proven track record of consistent publications in this area and independent funding. The candidate will lead projects that focus on immunotherapeutic intervention in Alzheimer’s disease animal models to test if early immunotherapy affects the formation of beta amyloid plaques, Alzheimer’s type pathology found in the animal models, and decreases microgliosis and astrogliosis, to possibly benefit cognitive function. The ideal candidate will have considerable experience in the areas of biochemistry and molecular biology, and have expertise in immunology and neuroscience research. Excellent communication skills, and a background in immunological approaches to advance the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders are highly desired. Experience in animal models of Alzheimer’s disease with an extensive record of publications in the areas of Alzheimer’s disease research and immunotherapy is also desired. The candidate will be responsible for experimental design, statistical analyses, and preparation of manuscripts related to the study’s findings. The candidate will also assist in preparing progress reports and applying for additional independent and collaborative funding to support this research focus.
Requirements:	A Ph.D. degree in one of the following disciplines: Neurobiology or Neuroscience with expertise in immunology, biochemistry, molecular biology and neurodegenerative diseases preferred. At least 4 years postdoctoral experience working with mouse models of neurodegeneration is required. This position will be appointed at the level that is commensurate with the education and experience of the individual candidate.
Contact:	Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae which should include a record of research experience, and the names of three references before 17 October 2012 to: Dr. Frank LaFerla/Andrea Wasserman Institute for Memory Impairments and Neurological Disorders 2642 Biological Sciences III Irvine, CA 92697-4550 E-mail at laferla@uci.edu or awasserm@uci.edu The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. OEOD: 5991.