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Careers

Explore a range of career opportunities with the UC Davis Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. Our department frequently seeks talented individuals to join our team, offering roles in research, teaching, and administrative support. Join us in advancing scientific understanding and education in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Check back regularly for current openings.

Current Openings

Project Scientist - Al-Bassam Lab
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for one Project Scientist  (JPF07817) to join an existing research program focused on the structural biology of microtubule-based motors and regulatory proteins. The position will require extensive expertise in molecular biology, biochemical reconstitution of protein assemblies, cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) sample preparation, cryo-EM imaging and single particle cryo-EM structure determination methodology utilizing Relion and Cryosparc programs, and molecular model building methods. Learn more: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07817

Junior Specialist - Ori-McKenney Lab
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for one Junior Specialist (JPF07861) in molecular biology and biochemistry. This position will be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on tau physiology and pathology, with the goal of understanding how tau functions at the molecular level and how it aggregates to cause neurodegenerative disease. Learn more: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07861

Junior Specialist - Fraser Lab
The Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of California, Davis invites applications for one Junior Specialist (JPF07648)  in the area of molecular mechanisms. This position will participate in studies examining the molecular mechanisms regulating eukaryotic protein synthesis, with particular emphasis on protein kinases and signaling pathways that regulate translation initiation. Learn more: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07648