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Salary range: 69,073-82,836
APPLICATION WINDOW
Open date: March 11, 2026
Next review date: Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
RFA for Postdoctoral Scholar in Neuroethics: Participant Engagement
Dr. Feinsinger is in search of a Postdoctoral Scholar to join her neuroethics lab at the University of California, Los Angeles, in the Department of Neurosurgery. This fellow will work on an NIH-funded project developing an ethical framework for participant engagement in long-term implanted brain computer interface trials, have the opportunity to collaborate with neural engineers and community advocacy groups, and participate fully in the lab’s activities across campus. This includes joining the UCLA-CDU Dana Center for Neuroscience and Society, a community of interdisciplinary trainees and faculty spanning philosophy, neuroscience, disability studies, and community engagement.
This position requires a doctoral-level degree in a relevant field, such as philosophy, bioethics, sociology, anthropology, science and technology studies, or neuroscience. PhD's are preferred but JDs and MDs with relevant experience and training will be considered. Degree requirements must be met prior to the effective date of hire.
The candidate should have prior experience, expertise, or familiarity in one or more of these areas:
- Philosophical analysis in ethics, philosophy of science, STS, disability studies, or neuroscience
- Working with emerging neurotechnologies and neural devices, such as implanted or non-invasive interventions
- Conducting qualitative and/or quantitative empirical research (i.e., interviews and/or surveys)
- Community participatory research methods
Start Date: As soon as possible
Specific Responsibilities: leading research (including conceptual analysis, literature reviews, qualitative research), designing and leading interdisciplinary workshops, manuscript preparation for scientific journals, and preparing conference presentations, posters, and other dissemination materials.
Additional expectations:
- Supervision of undergraduates, graduate students, and new postdoctoral trainees in the lab
- Ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and effectively
- Ability to work independently on ethics and interdisciplinary projects
- Ability to communicate well across disciplines
- Aptitude for collaboration and cross disciplinary projects
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form
- Writing Sample - Please upload a paper where you were the lead or sole author; 20 pages maximum.
- Personal Statement - 2 pages maximum.
Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only)
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic qualifications
PhD
Preferred qualifications
Ph.D. in Philosophy, bioethics, sociology, anthropology, science and technology studies, or neuroscience.
JOB LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.
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.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
POSITION OVERVIEW
Salary range: 69,073-82,836
APPLICATION WINDOW
Open date: March 11, 2026
Next review date: Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Jun 3, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
RFA for Postdoctoral Scholar in Neuroethics: Participant Engagement
Dr. Feinsinger is in search of a Postdoctoral Scholar to join her neuroethics lab at the University of California, Los Angeles, in the Department of Neurosurgery. This fellow will work on an NIH-funded project developing an ethical framework for participant engagement in long-term implanted brain computer interface trials, have the opportunity to collaborate with neural engineers and community advocacy groups, and participate fully in the lab’s activities across campus. This includes joining the UCLA-CDU Dana Center for Neuroscience and Society, a community of interdisciplinary trainees and faculty spanning philosophy, neuroscience, disability studies, and community engagement.
This position requires a doctoral-level degree in a relevant field, such as philosophy, bioethics, sociology, anthropology, science and technology studies, or neuroscience. PhD's are preferred but JDs and MDs with relevant experience and training will be considered. Degree requirements must be met prior to the effective date of hire.
The candidate should have prior experience, expertise, or familiarity in one or more of these areas:
- Philosophical analysis in ethics, philosophy of science, STS, disability studies, or neuroscience
- Working with emerging neurotechnologies and neural devices, such as implanted or non-invasive interventions
- Conducting qualitative and/or quantitative empirical research (i.e., interviews and/or surveys)
- Community participatory research methods
Start Date: As soon as possible
Specific Responsibilities: leading research (including conceptual analysis, literature reviews, qualitative research), designing and leading interdisciplinary workshops, manuscript preparation for scientific journals, and preparing conference presentations, posters, and other dissemination materials.
Additional expectations:
- Supervision of undergraduates, graduate students, and new postdoctoral trainees in the lab
- Ability to work on multiple projects efficiently and effectively
- Ability to work independently on ethics and interdisciplinary projects
- Ability to communicate well across disciplines
- Aptitude for collaboration and cross disciplinary projects
- Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Document requirements
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form
- Writing Sample - Please upload a paper where you were the lead or sole author; 20 pages maximum.
- Personal Statement - 2 pages maximum.
Reference requirements 3-5 required (contact information only)
QUALIFICATIONS
Basic qualifications
PhD
Preferred qualifications
Ph.D. in Philosophy, bioethics, sociology, anthropology, science and technology studies, or neuroscience.
JOB LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
The University of California 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 status under state or federal law.
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.
- UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
- UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
- APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
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Target departments with the highest sponsorship activity
UCLA's sponsorship is concentrated in research-intensive departments, think engineering, computer science, life sciences, and medicine. Focus your applications on roles within these divisions, where the university has a demonstrated and active track record of sponsoring foreign national employees.
Understand which visa types UCLA actively files
UCLA sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and employment-based Green Cards. If you're an Australian national, the E-3 pathway is worth specifically targeting, it's less competitive and UCLA has filed for it. Knowing which category fits your background sharpens your approach from the start.
Apply for staff and research positions, not just faculty roles
Sponsorship at UCLA extends beyond tenure-track faculty. Research scientists, postdoctoral researchers, IT specialists, and clinical staff regularly receive visa support. Don't overlook professional staff roles, they represent a significant share of UCLA's sponsored positions each year.
Engage the hiring department early in the process
UCLA's central HR processes sponsorship, but department heads often drive the decision to initiate it. Reaching out to the hiring manager or principal investigator directly, before an offer is extended, can signal your fit and open the sponsorship conversation earlier in the hiring timeline.
Time your application around academic hiring cycles
Like most universities, UCLA follows predictable hiring rhythms tied to the academic year. Faculty searches typically open in fall; staff and research roles post year-round but spike before fiscal year transitions. Aligning your search to these cycles improves your chances of landing sponsored roles.
Use a verified sponsor database to find open roles
Searching broadly wastes time, filter specifically for UCLA openings with confirmed sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsors so you can filter by real sponsorship history, helping you apply with confidence that the employer has actually filed for candidates in your situation.
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Find University of California Los Angeles JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does University of California Los Angeles sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, UCLA is an active H-1B sponsor. The university regularly files H-1B petitions for roles across its research, academic, healthcare, and administrative divisions. As a large public research institution, UCLA has substantial experience navigating the H-1B process and maintains dedicated international employment services to support sponsored employees through each filing stage.
What visa types does UCLA sponsor?
UCLA sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 nonimmigrant visas, as well as EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based Green Cards. The Green Card pathway is particularly relevant for long-tenured researchers and faculty. Australian citizens should note the E-3 as a viable route, UCLA has an established history of filing for it alongside the more common H-1B.
Which roles and departments at UCLA are most likely to offer visa sponsorship?
Sponsorship is most common in research-intensive units: engineering, computer science, bioinformatics, life sciences, and the UCLA Health system. Postdoctoral research positions, research scientist roles, and specialized IT or clinical positions are frequently sponsored. Faculty appointments also carry strong sponsorship potential. General administrative roles without specialized degree requirements are less likely to receive sponsorship consideration.
How do I find visa-sponsored jobs at UCLA?
Start by filtering specifically for UCLA on Migrate Mate, which tracks employers with verified sponsorship histories so you can confirm UCLA's filing activity before applying. From there, focus on departments aligned with your specialty, check for roles that explicitly reference visa support or international hiring, and apply during peak hiring windows, typically fall for academic roles and early in the calendar year for research staff.
How do I approach the visa sponsorship conversation when applying to UCLA?
UCLA's Office of International Students and Scholars handles nonimmigrant petitions centrally, so sponsorship is an established process rather than an ad hoc negotiation. When interviewing, you can reference this infrastructure directly. Be clear about your current visa status, your timeline, and the category you'd require. Departments experienced in international hiring expect the conversation, raising it professionally and early rarely raises concerns.
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