Salk Institute for Biological Studies
In 1957, Jonas Salk, developer of the first safe and effective polio vaccine, began his quest to fulfill his second dream: create a collaborative environment where researchers could explore the basic principles of life and contemplate the wider implications of their discoveries for the future of humanity.
Gifted with 27 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean by the City of San Diego in 1960, Salk partnered with architect Louis Kahn to design such a research center. He summarized his aesthetic objectives by telling Kahn to “create a facility worthy of a visit by Picasso.”
With financial support from the National Foundation/March of Dimes, the Salk Institute for Biological Studies opened its doors in 1963. In addition to Salk, the first Resident Fellows were Jacob Bronowski, Melvin Cohn, Renato Dulbecco, Edwin Lennox and Leslie Orgel. The Nonresident Fellows were Leo Szilard, Francis Crick, Salvador Luria, Jacques Monod and Warren Weaver.
The major study areas are aging and regenerative medicine, cancer biology, immune system biology, metabolism and diabetes, neuroscience and neurological disorders and plant biology. Salk research provides new understanding and potential treatments for a range of diseases, from AIDS and Alzheimer’s to cancer and cardiovascular disorders. Discoveries by plant biologists are paving the way to improving the quality and quantity of the world’s food supply and to addressing critical environmental problems, including global warming.
The Institute is supported by research grants from the National Institutes of Health, private foundations and individuals who value scientific trailblazing. The March of Dimes, which has backed the Institute since its inception, continues to contribute financially every year.
As its first director, Salk said of his eponymous institute: “The Salk Institute is a curious place, not easily understood, and the reason for it is that this is a place in the process of creation. It is being created and is engaged in studies of creation. We cannot be certain what will happen here, but we can be certain it will contribute to the welfare and understanding of man.”
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Greenhouse Ops Supervisor - Laboratory of Dr. Wolfgang Busch
Encinitas, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description Job Location: 441 Saxony Road, Barn 7, Encinitas, CA 92024 The CRoPS project aims to develop crop plants that sequester more carbon via extensive root systems containing recalcitrant carbon polymers to fight climate change. A ma...
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La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description Position is responsible for performing semi-skilled cleaning throughout the Institute, and assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of tools, equipment, and work areas. Performs general labor duties on a routine and/or regula...
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La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description The Sr. Network Engineer position is responsible for leading the design, engineering, and administration of the Institute's LAN and Internet infrastructure, ensuring 24/7 year-round network operations, planning for upgrades/expa...
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La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description Position is responsible for performing semi-skilled cleaning throughout the Institute, and assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of tools, equipment, and work areas. Performs general labor duties on a routine and/or regula...
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La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description This position is responsible for the preparation, submission, and management of a portfolio of grant, contract, and fellowship applications and awards from external funding sources, including Federal, State, voluntary health age...
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Research Assistant I - Laboratory of Dr. Wolfgang Busch
La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description Job Summary The Harnessing Plants Initiative at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies is seeking a part-time Research Assistant I to join the Busch laboratory. The candidate will have the unique opportunity to work at the in...
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La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description The DISCOVER symposium is designed to identify talent and build a supportive, collaborative, and welcoming community. Future postdoctoral candidates will be invited to the Salk Institute to present their research, connect with o...
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Research Assistant II - Laboratory of Dr. Kuo -Fen Lee
La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description Job Summary As a Research Assistant II, this position will be supporting the laboratory of Dr. Lee where they will focus on research support related to The Research Assistant II position is responsible for assisting with researc...
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La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description Job Summary The Animal Health Tech I position is responsible for routine processing of clean and soiled cages and accessories, maintenance and general janitorial duties in animal facilities, equipment maintenance, basic QA testi...
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Associate Director, Salk Cancer Center
La Jolla, California
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Description The Associate Director for Salk's Cancer Center reports and provides direct support to the Salk Cancer Center (CC) Director as a high-level advisor. This position will be a key member of the Salk CC's executive leadership team a...
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