Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate for cutting-edge cell engineering projects. You will work on mammalian cell culture, gene editing (CRISPR/base editing), and immunology assays, with emphasis on viral and non-viral transduction and potential cell therapy applications.

The position is on-site with a fixed-term timeline, offering competitive USC compensation and opportunities to contribute to transformative therapies in a

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate.
• Experience in mammalian cell culture and gene engineering.
• Proficiency in immunology and cell-based assays.
• Strong background in viral and non-viral transduction methods.
• Experience in cell therapy research is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research on advanced cell engineering.
• Contribute to development of transformative therapies.
• Collaborate with team to design and execute experiments.
• Publish results in peer‑reviewed journals and present findings.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Gene engineering (CRISPR)

Base editing

Immunology

Cell-based assays

Viral transduction

Non-viral transduction

Cell therapy research

Education

Ph.D.

Tools

CRISPR

Base editing

Viral transduction

Non-viral transduction

Job description

USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate.

The research team of Dr. Abou El Enein is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow with expertise in mammalian cell culture and hands-on experience in gene engineering technologies, including CRISPR and base editing. Proficiency in immunology and cell-based assays is essential. Candidates with a strong background in viral and non-viral transduction methods are strongly preferred. Experience in cell therapy research and related technologies will be considered a significant advantage. The role will involve cutting-edge projects in advanced cell engineering, with opportunities to contribute to the development of transformative therapies.

Rate Information

This position will be Exempt and On-Site. The salary range for this position is $70,000.00 -$71,000.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Other Information

Preferred Education: Ph.D.

Preferred Experience: Immunology, gene engineering, cell therapy research

Preferred Field of Expertise: Immunology, Gene Engineering, Cellular Therapy

Percentage of Time: 100%

Fixed Term? Yes

If Fixed Term (indicate dates): 03/16/2025 -06/30/2026

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within previous five years

Minimum Experience: 0-1 year

Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods.

Strong background in cancer or stem cell biology and therapy using in vitro and in vivo models is required.

Preferred Education: Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, immunology, or related fields.

Preferred Experience: Experience in molecular and cell biology and small animals.

Preferred Field of Expertise: Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field.

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