Postdoctoral Scientist - Immunology Research Cluster

Company: CEDARS-SINAI
Location: San Diego
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

At Cedars-Sinai,
postdoctoral scientists and other junior researchers fulfill a critical role in
expanding the horizons of medical knowledge through biomedical research. By
hosting more than 100 postdocs, who conduct vital research and receive advanced
training with expert faculty mentors, Cedars-Sinai supports the
ongoing medical education process that continues beyond PhD/MD graduation.

Overview: Immunology

Postdoctoral scientists in the Immunology Research Cluster (IRC) are located in research laboratories within the Davis Building and the Advanced Health Sciences Pavilion. Research interests within the IRC range from understanding basic mechanisms of innate and adaptive immunity, to translating this information to understand the role of the immune system in diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, lung disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and autoimmunity.

Essential Job Duties and
Responsibilities:

• May assist in preparation of grant proposals, but is
  not responsible for generating grant funds.
• May participate in publications and presentations as
  author or co-author.
• Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate
  experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the
  Principal Investigator.
• May develop, adapt, and implement new research
  techniques and protocols.
• Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures
  throughout training period.
• Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
  
  Education:
  
  Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD,
  or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization.
  
  Experience:
  
  Works independently on
  research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of
  specialization. Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of
  research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral
  appointment. Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures,
  including detailed data collection, and analysis and operation and maintenance
  of specialized equipment. Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of
  specialized equipment.
  
  Working Title: Postdoctoral Scientist - Immunology Research Cluster
  Department: Cancer Resrch Ctr Health Eqty
  Business Entity: Academic / Research
  Job Category: Academic/Research
  Job Specialty: Postdoctoral
  Position Type: Full-time
  Shift Length: 8 hour shift
  Base Pay:$64,500.00 - $93,600.00
  

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