Project Scientist - Alzheimer’s Disease & Down Syndrome Research; UCI MIND
Listed on 2026-07-23
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research, Neurology / Neurological Care, Medical Science
Position Overview
Project Scientist supporting NIH-funded research projects focused on aging and Alzheimer's disease in Down syndrome. The Project Scientist will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator and contribute to ongoing collaborative research programs examining neuropathological and cerebrovascular mechanisms underlying Alzheimer's disease in Down syndrome.
Responsibilities- Assist with PI-directed research activities such as project organization, coordination of research workflows, research project administration, and grant budgeting.
- Track project timelines, contribute to progress reports, and assist with manuscript preparation and grant application development.
- Coordinate and lead defined components of studies under PI supervision, including research projects evaluating cerebrovascular pathology’s contribution to Alzheimer's disease in Down syndrome.
- Apply advanced neuropathological methods, including immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, digital pathology, statistical analysis, and human brain anatomy expertise.
- Provide technical mentorship and training to research staff, students, and trainees involved in NIH-funded research projects.
Basic qualifications
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Earned a doctorate or its equivalent. PhD in neuroscience, neurobiology, molecular biology, or a related field required; at least 3 years of postdoctoral research experience.
Required:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong background in neuropathology or neurodegenerative disease research; publication record in Alzheimer's disease or related fields. Preferred:
Expertise in Down syndrome Alzheimer's disease research.
Location
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Irvine, California
The University of California, Irvine 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 categories covered by the UC anti‑discrimination policy.
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