Laboratory for Fluorescence Dynamics

A NIH research resource center for biomedical fluorescence spectroscopy at the University of California, Irvine

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LFD is supported by

National Center for Research Resources

University of California, Irvine


Open Positions

The Laboratory for Fluorescence Dynamics (LFD) is currently seeking applicants for the following positions:

Postdoctoral Scholar

Start Date: November 1, 2009; Begin screening on October 19, 2009, and will remain open until filled

Applications are invited for one or more positions as a postdoctoral scholar employee with the Department of Biomedical Engineering in The Henry Samueli School of Engineering at the University of California, Irvine. We seek qualified candidates with experience in fluorescence spectroscopy and microscopy with broad interests in fluorescence spectroscopy methods. Specific experience with cellular imaging, lifetime imaging, multi-photon excitation microscopy and Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy (Image Fluctuation and RICS) is desirable.

The applicants will participate in a core facility project on development of advanced image correlation spectroscopy techniques for live cell imaging.

The initial appointment will be 12 months. Salary range will be based on level of experience. Renewal of the appointment will be contingent upon availability of adequate funding and performance. The position requires a Ph.D. or M.D. degree. Good communication and writing skills are required. The applicant should have broad experience in physics, biochemistry, optics and computer programming. Specific expertise in manipulating biological samples is needed.

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Assistant/Associate Specialist Position

Start Date: July 6, 2009; Begin screening on July 3, 2009 and will remain open until filled

Applications are invited for an assistant or associate specialist, with the Department of Biomedical Engineering in The Henry Samueli School of Engineering at the University of California, Irvine. We seek a qualified candidate with experience in lab management with broad interest in fluorescence instrumentation. Under the supervision of the Laboratory for Fluorescence Dynamics director and principal investigator, the applicant will manage the optical core facility, will help with user training, will assess laboratory needs for equipment and supplies in advance of experiments, and will maintain the optical equipments of the lab.

The initial appointment will be twelve months. Salary will range from $38,952 to $58,224 per year and will be based on level of experience. Renewal of the appointment will be contingent upon availability of adequate funding and performance. The position requires a BS, MS or equivalent. Good communication and writing skills are required. The applicant should have broad experience (college level) in physics, biochemistry, optics and computer programming. Specific expertise in manipulating biological samples is needed.

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