Assistant​/Associate Project Scientist - Cellular Biology - Molecular & Cell Biology

Assistant/Associate Project Scientist - Cellular Biology - Molecular & Cell Biology

Position:
Assistant/Associate Project Scientist in Cellular Biology – Molecular & Cell Biology, Harland Lab, Molecular & Cell Biology Department, University of California, Berkeley.

Salary: $76,700 – $93,300 (UC academic scale). Percent time: 50%. Anticipated start:
Winter 2026. Duration:
One year, possible extension. Application Window:
Open Dec 16 2025 – Final Jan 15 2026. Receive applications until review date Dec 31 2025.

Harland Lab seeks a Project Scientist to study Plekhg Rho GTPases in gastrulation of Xenopus. Projects include Plekhg3 live imaging of cell mechanics, Plekhg7 in brain and eye development. Context, location, and timing of expression are key to regulation.

• Conduct high‑quality live imaging of embryos during gastrulation or neurulation, including time‑lapse fluorescent imaging of cell movements.
• Perform laser ablation experiments to quantify cellular properties.
• Prepare mRNA, CRISPR, or plasmid reagents and inject them to manipulate development.
• Mentor undergraduate students; lead a team to achieve project goals.
• Contribute to manuscript and grant preparation.

• Basic qualifications PhD or equivalent international degree.
• Additional qualifications At least two years post‑PhD research experience.
• Preferred qualifications PhD in biology or subfield, preference for developmental biology expertise; experience in Xenopus morphogenesis, molecular biology, gene expression; expertise with live confocal imaging, mRNA‑seq, in situ hybridization, CRISPR screens, protein biochemistry, RNA biology, laser ablation; excellent writing and communication skills; strong publication record; experience mentoring undergraduates.

• Curriculum Vitae (most recent).
• Cover Letter.
• Research Statement (discuss research accomplishments, proposed plans, publication record, inclusive practices, future research).

• 3 references (contact information only).

Apply via (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
05210. Contact harland for questions.

Berkeley, California.

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