Research Associate

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California seeks a Research Associate in the Saito laboratory, focusing on hepatic cell biology and related fields. The role requires significant laboratory experience, a Ph.D. degree, and entails conducting complex experiments with specific techniques in molecular biology and immunology. Candidates will engage in research that promotes understanding of liver diseases, working within a collaborative environment to contribute to high-impact publications.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in molecular biology and immunology.
• Experience with laboratory equipment and data analysis software.
• Strong background in protein and nucleic acid assays.

Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct highly technical research projects under the PI's guidance.
• Analyze research data and provide interpretations.
• Prepare laboratory materials and maintain protocols.

Skills

Molecular Biology

In Vitro Experiments

In Vivo Studies

Biochemistry

Protein Assays

Microscopic Analysis

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Job description

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A Research Associate position is available immediately in the Saito laboratory to study hepatic cell biology, hepatic inflammation, and innate antiviral immunology. Our laboratory utilizes the state-of-the-art humanized liver chimeric mouse model in addition to the tools of cell biology, virology, genetics, molecular biology and systems biology. The ideal applicant will be a hardworking, creative and highly self-motivated researcher who is interested in the field of liver disease (e.g. metabolic liver disease, viral hepatitis, liver inflammation, and hepatic immunity). The candidate is expected to have significant experience with in vitro and vivo experiments, including but not limited to primary cell isolation/culture, general molecular biology, biochemistry, in vivo study skills. This includes, but not limited to, protein assay (Western Blotting, Immunoprecipiatation, gel analysis), nucleic acids (DNA and RNA such as cloning, PCR, RT-QPCR, RNA synthesis, transfection, extraction), microscopic analysis (immune fluorescent staining, Immuno-histochemistry (IHC), light microscopy and image analysis and processing).

The ideal applicant will be a hardworking, creative, and highly self-motivated researcher interested in pathogen-host interaction, liver diseases, inflammation, and immunity. The candidate is expected to have significant experience in molecular biology, in vitro and in vivo experiments (mouse), biochemistry, protein assay (Western Blotting, Immunoprecipitation, gel analysis), nucleic acids (DNA and RNA such as cloning, PCR, RT-QPCR, RNA synthesis, transfection, extraction, gene overexpression/silencing), and microscopic analysis (immune fluorescent staining, Immunohistochemistry (IHC), light microscopy and image analysis and processing).

The Research Associate’s primary responsibilities will be to develop, lead, and conduct highly technical research projects under the PI's guidance. It includes identifying the research question, design, and perform experiments, as well as the analysis of research data and provides interpretations. The applicant is expected to serve as a lead author for publication and conference presentation. The candidate must be fluent in the use of laboratory equipment, computer/research/office software to conduct analyses of experiment data. The candidate also contributes to the quality control of the laboratory, such as preparation of general experimental materials, maintenance of laboratory protocols, safety guidelines, and animal protocols. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, references, and a list of any publications or accomplishments.

The summary of Saito laboratory research can be found at: https://sites.usc.edu/saito-lab/

The annual range for this position is $64,480 - $70K. 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.

Preferred Education: Applicants should hold a PhD or be close to completing a PhD training in Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genetics, Biology, or in a relevant field.

Preferred Experience: 4-6 years in wet lab (including PhD training)

Preferred Field of Expertise: in vitro and in vivo experiments in the field of immunology (pathogen-host interactions), general cell biology, and biochemistry.

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Minimum Experience: 1 year

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

Percentage of Time: 100%

Fixed Term: 1 year

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education and experience in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods.

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