University of California Irvine

Postdoctoral Scholar - Mammalian Enhancer Regulation (Kvon lab)

Position overview
Salary range: The salary range for this position is $64,480 - $77,327. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. See Postdoctoral Scholar Scale for the salary range. 'Off-scale salaries', i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated experience, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Application Window

Open date: July 17, 2024

Most recent review date: Saturday, Mar 22, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Kvon Lab (https://www.kvonlab.org/) in the Department of Developmental and Cell Biology at University of California, Irvine is seeking applicants for a NIH-funded Postdoctoral Scholar position. The successful candidate will work on several projects aiming to understand mammalian enhancer regulation in the context of the 3D genome, human congenital disorders, and mammalian evolution (see Kvon et al. Nature Reviews Genetics 2021, Kvon et al. Cell 2020, and Kvon et al. Cell 2016). The projects will involve using cutting-edge mouse transgenesis and genome editing techniques as well as genomic technologies such as Hi-C and multiome and scRNA-seq. A strong background in analyzing sequencing data in any model system is preferred but not required. The Kvon Lab is a member of Center for Complex Biological Systems (CCBS) and NSF-Simons Center for Multiscale Cell Fate Research (CMCF). The Kvon Lab is committed to mentorship and career development for all of its members. UCI provides excellent support for postdocs (https://grad.uci.edu/postdocs/information-for-postdocs), which includes the development of leadership and teaching skills, career development, and full benefits. Several child care services are available on the campus. UCI campus is located in sunny Orange County minutes away from the ocean. The city of Irvine is a diverse, safe, and family-friendly city at a driving distance to Los Angeles and San Diego.

Qualified candidates should submit (1) curriculum vitae, including previous work experience and publications (2) cover letter that includes a summary of research interests, why they would like to join the lab and future career goals and (3) contact information for three references to the following recruitment URL: https://recruit.ap.uci/JPF09203. Candidates are encouraged to apply by August 31, 2024, but the position will remain open until filled. If you have questions about position, please contact the lab head Evgeny Kvon directly (ekvon@uci.edu).

Lab: https://www.kvonlab.org/
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Accepting all applicants
Application Requirements
Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
(Optional)
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form

Reference requirements

3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09203

About UC Irvine

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.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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Job location
Irvine, CA

To apply, visit https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09203

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