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We are recruiting Postdoctoral researchers (2 positions)

We are recruiting a postdoc to work with Dr. Correa on the neural control of feeding behavior in mice. Ideally, the candidate would have expertise in the neural control of food intake and either in vivo calcium imaging or biochemistry. We can work with top candidates to identify projects that balance personal and lab research goals. Interests in sex difference, effects of gonadal hormones, or effects of adipokines on the brain would be very desirable. Start date Fall 2024 or later. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references to stephaniecorrea at ucla  .edu

We are recruiting a postdoc to work with Dr. Ed van Veen on a collaborative project with Dr. Correa and Dr. Annegret Falkner (Princeton) to study the temporal and spatial dynamics of hormone signaling. Experience with genetic engineering and/or cell culture highly desirable but not required. Start date flexible. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for 3 references to vanveen at ucla  .edu (without the spaces)

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We are now accepting applications for our undergraduate training in sex differences research. PhD student Rachel Scott designed a two-quarter program that collaboratively trains undergraduates in foundational literature and experimental approaches. The course trains and places students in one of FIVE labs at UCLA doing research related to Sex Differences in Metabolism. In the first quarter, students read and discuss primary research articles.  At the end of the first quarter, a subset of students are selected to join individual projects in one of four labs (Arnold, Correa, Hevener, Lusis, Reue) and continue in the program. In the second quarter, students learn major laboratory techniques that will be relevant to their laboratory research.

We will offer this program in Fall 2024! Interested undergraduates should email a single PDF with with the following three components to correametabolismlab at gmail. Applications or inquiries to sent to Dr. Correa directly will not be considered.

  1. Short statement (<1 page) answering: 1. Why are you interested in research sex differences and/or metabolism? 2. When would you be able to start working in a lab? 3. How many hours a week are you able to commit a lab? 4. Do you have any previous lab or research experience? If so please list the techniques you have done before. Section headings and bullet points can work well, particularly for questions 2-4.
  2. Your latest resume or CV.
  3. Your latest unofficial transcript, including from previous institutions if you transferred to UCLA.

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We do not have any available positions for PhD students, MS students, or technicians. We will update the website if any positions become available.