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We are looking for motivated self-starters to join our team. If you need further information please contact guiyuny@hs.uci.edu

 

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Employment at Yan Lab

We are looking for motivated self-starters to join our team. If you need further information please contact guiyuny@hs.uci.edu

The Department of Population Health & Disease Prevention, Program in Public Health at the University of California-Irvine seeks motivated self-starters in Dr. Guiyun Yan’s laboratory [https://sites.uci.edu/yanlab] to study population genetics and genomics of malaria parasites or mosquito vectors. Areas of particular interests include population genetics and genomics, bioinformatics, and molecular epidemiology. Positions will involve considerable field work in Kenya and Ethiopia.
Qualifications:
The candidates must hold a Ph.D. and possess an outstanding publication record. Candidates should have a strong background in one of the following areas: population genetics, genomics, molecular evolution, and bioinformatics. Prior research experience on mosquitoes or malaria parasites is not required. Must possess strong communication skills, excellent organizational skills and proficient working knowledge of bioinformatics, population genetics and genomics.Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload the following application materials electronically to be considered for this position:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Statement of Current Research
  4. Three reference letters
  5. Statement of Inclusive Excellence Activities – Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI’s Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

[Research Opportunities] Bio Sci 199/198/197 & PH199/195W Undergraduate Research 

Job Description

This course is an opportunity for undergraduate students to perform supervised undergraduate research alongside a mentor while getting graded units in research. Supervised individual research under the guidance of a faculty mentor and supervisor. Culminating report/thesis required. A maximum of 5 units of can be applied toward the major. Students are expected to be working on the project for 3-4 hours a week for each course unit. Individual contract required. Letter grading.

Course Requirements

  1. Research Project: Each student will work with both a faculty mentor and sub-supervisor for an individual benchside research project. You may team up with another one or two students for the project.
  2. Project Report: The final assignment consists of a written project summary report and an e-poster. The instructions will be provided in the 5th week of each quarter.
  3. General Lab Preparation: Students will be involved with general lab preparations, including tip filling and reagent preparation, assigned by the faculty mentor and course assistant.

APPLY NOW: Email your cover letter, curriculum vitae, &transcript to Professor Guiyun Yan guiyuny@hs.uci.edu 

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[Research Opportunities] PH195W Undergraduate Practicum

Practicum Site Number: 70-152023

Address: 3501B Hewitt Hall, UCI Campus

Internship Description

This practicum internship will provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to perform supervised research alongside a mentor while getting credits in research. Mentored research is conducted under the guidance of a faculty mentor and a supervisor. Practicum students will first be given training including literature reading, research presentation, and basic molecular biology techniques. Once the required techniques and knowledge are mastered, students will, under an advisor, participate in research projects in epidemiology and/or vector biology. From the time the students enter the lab to when they leave, the students will be working alongside or supervised closely by their advisors.

Students will have a weekly schedule involving a variety of tasks including but not limited to the literature review, research and paper presentation, sample preparation, inventory, and processing with molecular techniques.

This internship will practice students’ scientific thinking and hands-on skills, and orientate the students to potential careers in public health, molecular biology, vector biology, and epidemiology.

Preferred Skills

Students who are highly motivated, dedicated with excellent organization, time management, and communication skills are encouraged.

The internship is recommended for students who have established basic biology and chemistry knowledge.

** Please note a minimum of a two-quarter commitment is required: at least one quarter of PH199 or BIO199 before the practicum. 

How to Apply

Interested students should first email the contact Dr. Chloe Wang (yanlabmanager@hs.uci.edu) AND Professor Yan (guiyuny@uci.edu) with a brief description of themselves and why they are interested in joining our lab, along with their:

  1. cover letter
  2. resume
  3. unofficial transcript

Students should expect a 30-minute interview (via Zoom or in person) within two weeks of the application.

There are no immunizations outside of the ones UCI requires that the students have to receive.