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Assistant/Associate Project Scientist - Tumor-Host Interactions - Molecular and Cell Biology
Position overview
Application Window
Open date: May 22, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, Jun 7, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Thursday, Jun 25, 2026 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 Department of Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Project Scientist in the Bilder Lab, in the area of interorgan signaling in the context of tumor-host phenomena.
The Bilder lab examines the cellular and molecular bases of tumor-host interactions using genetically tractable Drosophila carcinoma models. Areas of particular interest to us are interorgan signaling mechanisms, the tumor-immune interface, and wound healing mechanisms co-opted by cancer cells.
This project entails dissection of systemic effects of tumor-host communication in a Drosophila ovarian carcinoma model. This position entails the development and characterization of the Drosophila ovarian carcinoma model and the paraneoplastic phenomena that arise in it. Additionally, the position includes study of the molecular and cellular mechanisms that underlie these phenomena using genetic screening, advanced imaging, and physiological assays. At its culmination, this position will draft an article manuscript(s) for submission to journals, completing revisions as necessary.
• Design and execution of experiments
• Management of multiple independent research projects under the guidance of the supervisor
• Data analysis, management, and communication in weekly lab meetings and at conferences
• Preparation of manuscripts
• Contribute to regular laboratory maintenance
• Assist in training students and other lab members in mastered laboratory techniques
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent international degree.
A minimum of 2 years of post-PhD research experience.
- PhD in cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, biomedical sciences, or related field.
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Demonstrated expertise in cell biology and/or genetics.
- Track record of skills in scientific writing and communication.
- Experience with Drosophila as an experimental model and insect husbandry is desirable, but not required.
- Expertise in methods such as microscopy, molecular biology, genetics approaches, and RNA sequencing is desirable.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Research Statement - Please discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans. This can include, for example, your publication record, awards, presentations, inclusive research practices that promote the excellence of your research, and areas for future research.
- 3 required (contact information only)
Help contact: bilder@berkeley.edu
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Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.
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