POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE - Encalada Lab

Scripps Research • San Diego, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Encalada Laboratory at Scripps Research in La Jolla, California, focusing in the areas of image analysis and AI/machine learning within the context of neurodegeneration, aging, and intracellular endolysosomal trafficking. The Encalada lab has established relevant model systems in primary neurons and mice to screen and test small molecule candidate therapies to ameliorate neurodegenerative phenotypes. In our projects, among others, you will have the opportunity to develop and apply machine learning algorithms for the high-throughput analyses of fluorescent or other microscopy images. You will have the opportunity to do research in a superb intellectual setting at Scripps Research, by applying your skills to a combination of projects in cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, and high-resolution quantitative light, super-resolution, and (CL)EM microscopy to your research in model systems including mammalian neurons, mice, human organoids, and/or C. elegans systems. Research experience with AI/machine learning within the context of image analysis (light or EM microscopy) is highly desirable. Also, knowledge of cell biology, mouse models, and/or light or super-resolution microscopy is a plus but not required. Applicants must submit the following as attachments as part of the application process: contact information for three professional references, a list of publications (past and/or pending), a brief statement of previous research expertise, and a statement describing postdoctoral research interests. Postdoctoral Associates are appointed positions for the purpose of developing scholarly competence, working under the supervision of a Scripps Research Faculty member. These appointments are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. Postdoctoral Associates cannot apply for external funding either as a Principal Investigator or Co-Principal Investigator without prior approval from a Departmental Chair. Postdoctoral Associates do not have consulting privileges. Make Scripps Research your next step to advance and develop your career.

Requirements

• Must possess a doctoral degree in cell biology, genetics, neurobiology, molecular biology, biophysics or related field.
• A pending doctoral degree may be considered with approval of the Principal Investigator.
• Highly motivated, independent, with outstanding written and oral communication skills, and with available or pending peer-reviewed publication(s).

Nice To Haves

• Research experience with AI/machine learning within the context of image analysis (light or EM microscopy) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of cell biology, mouse models, and/or light or super-resolution microscopy is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Full suite of Health and Welfare plans including four medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more.
• Access to Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free on-site Counseling Center which provides confidential counseling services to benefits-eligible employees
• Paid Time Off - 5 days annually
• Free, on-site parking.
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree