Staff Research Associate IV - OB-GYN

UCLA Outpatient Clinics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 76,699 - 123,421; Full time

Job summary

A leading gynecologic oncology lab is seeking a full-time Staff Research Associate IV in Los Angeles. The role involves independent planning and execution of experiments in cancer research, with responsibilities including advanced molecular biology techniques and high-throughput drug screening. Ideal candidates will have a background in cell culture and the ability to contribute to research publications. Salary range is $76,699.12 - $123,421.25 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience with molecular biology and cell culture techniques.
• Knowledge of high-throughput drug screening.
• Ability to contribute to manuscript and grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan and execute experiments.
• Work on cancer research projects.
• Make innovative contributions to ongoing research.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture techniques

Flow cytometry

Immunohistochemistry

Single-cell proteomics

Transcriptomics

Job description

We are seeking a full-time Staff Research Associate IV (SRA IV) to join the G.O. Discovery Lab, a cutting-edge gynecologic oncology research laboratory led by Dr. Sanaz Memarzadeh. The lab focuses on uncovering the molecular basis of epithelial cancer formation, progression, and treatment.

Under the guidance of the principal investigator, the SRA IV will independently plan and execute experiments using cell lines, animal models, and a variety of diagnostic and functional assays to investigate the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms driving gynecologic cancers.

Key responsibilities

• Performing basic and advanced molecular biology and cell culture techniques, including tissue culture, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, single-cell proteomics, and transcriptomics.
• Working on high-throughput drug screening to identify small molecule and immunotherapy treatment candidates.
• Collaborating with the PI on manuscript and grant proposal preparation, including method annotation, data interpretation, and contributing to the analytical, strategic, and technical aspects of planning and writing.
• Designing, planning, and conducting both in vitro and in vivo experiments.
• Making innovative contributions to ongoing research projects.

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cancer research and contribute meaningfully to the development of new therapeutic strategies.

Annual Salary Range: $76,699.12 - $123,421.25