Postdoctoral Scholar in Cancer Immuno-Therapeutic Research

Postdoctoral Scholar in Cancer Immuno-Therapeutic Research

The G.O. Discovery Laboratory, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar under the supervision of Professor Sanaz Memarzadeh, M.D., Ph.D. at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. The G.O. Discovery Lab is located within the UCLA Eli and Edythe Broad Cell Research Center, and is closely affiliated with the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Molecular Biology Institute.

The G.O. Discovery Lab performs highly innovative and collaborative translational research with the potential to impact direct patient care by providing more effective therapies for women impacted by gynecologic cancers. This position is an excellent opportunity to join a highly energized research team and contribute to research projects funded by federal grants and other sources.

Applications are being sought from recent Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. graduates with a strong background in molecular biology, cancer immunology and translational research. Candidates are expected to have experience with conventional molecular biology techniques, microscopy, immunohistochemistry, FACS analysis, viral vectors, stem cells and genomics. Experience with small animal surgical procedures are strongly preferred. The ideal candidate should be highly motivated and have publications in peer reviewed journals with at least two being the first author.

The candidate will work closely with the PI and collaborators on research projects. The Postdoctoral Scholar will be expected to mentor trainees with the PI in the laboratory, gather and analyze data, prepare presentations, write manuscripts, and write and prepare grant applications.

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Basic qualifications:

Ph.D, MD., or M.D./Ph.D degree.

Additional qualifications:

Candidates are expected to have experience with microscopy, immunohistochemistry, FACS analysis, virology, and immunology.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with small animal surgical procedures are strongly preferred.

Application Requirements:

Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.

Letter of Interest

Reprint of 3 peer-reviewed publications in which the applicant is a co-author

3 letters of reference required

Letters of recommendation are required.

Job location: Los Angeles, CA