Part-Time Project Scientist – Chiang Lab

David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 209,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Radiological Sciences at UCLA is seeking an experienced researcher to join the Chiang Lab as a Part-Time Project Scientist in the Division of Interventional Radiology. The position requires an MD and/or PhD and a strong track record in image-guided cancer therapies using fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT or MRI.

The successful candidate will co-supervise post-doctoral fellows and visiting graduate researchers, coordinate cross-department efforts, manage research projects, and

Qualifications

• MD and/or PhD degree.
• Experience in image-guided cancer therapies using fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT or MRI.
• Co-supervising post-doctoral fellows and visiting graduate student researchers.
• Strong grant submission and publishing track record in high impact journals.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to research.

Responsibilities

• Research project management and data acquisition.
• Developing and updating protocols and best practices.
• Database maintenance and data analysis.
• Preparation of research manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Coordination with interdisciplinary team members.
• Presenting at national and international meetings.
• Co-supervising post-doctoral fellows and visiting researchers.

Skills

Immune metabolism

Image-guided therapy

Rodent models

Wet lab skills

Immunohistochemistry

Immunofluorescence

Education

MD

PhD

Job description

The Department of Radiological Sciences at UCLA is recruiting an experienced researcher to join the Chiang Lab as a Part-Time Project Scientist. This appointment will be within the Division of Interventional Radiology. The position requires an MD and/or PhD degree and demonstrated track record conducting research in image-guided cancer therapies using modalities such fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT or MRI.

The ideal candidate will also be responsible for co-supervising post-doctoral fellows and visiting graduate student researchers on the design, execution, and supervision of translational research studies involving interventional oncology. Responsibilities will include coordinating efforts from investigators and staff across multiple departments. Prior experience in some of:

• 1) basic science of immune metabolism relating to image-guided cancer therapy
• 2) image-guided therapies using percutaneous or intravascular approaches
• 3) working with rodent and large animal cancer models
• 4) wet lab skills including cell culture, cell and tissue
• 5) background experience with cancer therapies, with technical skills in immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence staining, and monitoring of immunomodulatory techniques

Applicants should have excellent communication skills with demonstrated experience contributing to grant submissions and publishing manuscripts in high impact journals. The candidate should have a strong interest and commitment to research.

Responsibilities

Research project management and data acquisition, developing and updating protocols and best practices, database maintenance, data analysis, preparation of research manuscripts, preparation of grant proposals, coordination with interdisciplinary team members, presenting at national and international meetings.

Interested applicants can send a cover letter describing their research interest, experience and current curriculum vitae to: Jason Chiang, MD, PhD ([e-mail]). Please use "Project Scientist Application: Your Name" in the email subject line. Applicants will also be invited to upload their current curriculum vitae and a list of 3 references to the UC Recruit online posting at JPF11423. Only applicants that apply through this website will be considered.

This appointment is subject to amendment based on any changes to applicable collective bargaining agreements.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 37B. The salary range for this position is $79,400 - $209,000

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MD and/or PhD degree with experience in basic science or translational research