Job Description

Job Description

The Hosoya Lab is focused on developing improved diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for blood cancers. We leverage circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to investigate cancer biology and its evolution under therapeutic pressure. In parallel, we study immune cell populations that contribute to either the progression or control of cancer, using advanced single-cell and spatial technologies.

This role is designed to be 100% onsite, giving you the opportunity to collaborate closely with your team and immerse yourself in the energy of our workplace. Please note that hybrid or remote work options are NOT available for this position at this time.

The Project Scientist works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to make significant and creative contributions to a research or creative project in any academic discipline. The Project Scientist may be an ongoing member of a research team or may be employed for a limited period of time to contribute highlevel skills to a specific research or creative program.

Project Scientists are not required to carry out independent research or to develop an independent research reputation and do not have teaching responsibilities. Ordinarily, the Project Scientist title will carry out research or creative programs as well as administration of day-to-day lab operations with supervision by a member of the Professorial Series.

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Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• May assist in preparation of grant proposals, submissions, publications and presentations but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
• May serve as PI for certain grants as approved by supervising member of the Professorial Series.
• May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
• May develop, adapt and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Assists in lab experiments.
• Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
• May lead or train Staff Research Associates and Research Fellows.
• Will assist in day-to-day laboratory activities.
• Appointees on an academic trajectory will be expected to commit a portion of their time to developing an independent range of research.

Qualifications

This role is designed to be 100% onsite, giving you the opportunity to collaborate closely with your team and immerse yourself in the energy of our workplace. Please note that hybrid or remote work options are NOT available for this position at this time.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated significant, original, and creative contributions to a research or creative program or project Completion of postdoctoral appointment in area of specialization, as applicable.
• Completion of postdoctoral appointment in area of specialization, as applicable. Knowledge of PI’s area of research specialization. Demonstrated technical competency in a variety of research techniques and protocols

Preferred Skills:

• The ideal applicant will have had experience with handling of human samples, flow cytometry, microscopy, DNA sequencing and analysis.
• Experience with bioinformatics and using R or Python would also be an asset.
• Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization.
• Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection and analysis, as well as operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.
  

Req ID : 12488
Working Title : Project Scientist, Hosoya Lab (Onsite)
Department : Research - Hematology and Cellular Therapy
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $$66,560.00 - $$133,120.00

Job Tags

Remote work, Shift work,

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