Staff Research Associate IV - OBGYN

UCLA Outpatient Clinics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering research team focused on gynecologic oncology at a leading institution. As a Staff Research Associate IV, you will play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of cancer through innovative research. You will conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to high-impact publications while collaborating closely with experienced researchers. This position offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of cancer research, where your work will have a significant impact on treatment strategies and patient outcomes. If you are passionate about scientific discovery and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in molecular biology and cell culture techniques is essential.
• Ability to design and conduct in vitro and in vivo experiments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out experiments involving cell lines and animal models.
• Collaborate on manuscripts and funding proposals with the Principal Investigator.

Skills

Molecular Biology Techniques

Cell Culture Techniques

Flow Cytometry

Immunohistochemistry

Single-Cell Proteomics

Transcriptomics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences

Master's Degree in a related field

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Data Analysis Software

Job description

Description

The Department of Surgery is seeking to hire a full-time Staff Research Associate IV (SRA IV) to work under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator, in a cutting-edge gynecologic oncology research laboratory (G.O. Discovery Lab). This Lab focuses on determining the molecular basis of epithelial cancer formation, progression, and treatment. Following consultation and planning with the Principal Investigator, the SRA IV will independently plan and carry out experiments involving cell lines, animal models, and diagnostic and functional assays towards understanding the molecular, cellular, and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic cancers.

Duties include:

1. Basic and advanced molecular biology and cell culture techniques, such as tissue culture, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, single-cell proteomics, and transcriptomics.
2. Working on high-throughput drug screening studies to identify small molecule and immunotherapy treatment candidates.
3. Collaborating with the PI on preparation of manuscripts and funding proposals, annotating methods and interpreting data, and contributing to the analytical, strategic, and technical aspects of planning and writing.
4. Designing, planning, and conducting in vitro and in vivo experiments and is expected to participate in and make innovative contributions to research projects.
5. Ability to schedule and prioritize work, and to recognize when collection of one type of data may compromise the collection of another.
6. Providing updates on progress and discussing future plans with the PI during regular meetings outside of weekly lab meetings.

In this role, you will plan and take general direction from the Principal Investigator for individual projects in the laboratory. All administrative supervision will be provided by the Laboratory and Safety Manager.

Pay Range: $73,046.78 - $117,544.05