Job Information
UCLA Health Staff Research Associate I - Cancer Immunotherapy Research in Los Angeles, California
Description
The lab of Sanaz Memarzadeh, MD, PhD, focuses on understanding the
molecular basis of the formation, progression and treatment of gynecologic
epithelial cancers. The Gynecologic
Oncology (GO) Discovery lab investigates the molecular pathways in
chemotherapy-resistant ovarian and aggressive endometrial tumor cells that are
candidates for therapeutic intervention via small molecule inhibitors and/or
immunotherapy. Knowledge gained from
this translational research will then be used to design and test strategies for
cancer therapeutics that will move onto clinical trials.
Dr. Memarzadeh and the GO Discovery Lab (godiscoverylab.com) are
seeking a full-time Staff Research Associate I to join their team. The candidate for this position will be
expected to perform a variety of molecular and genomic research techniques and
tasks related to the procurement, transport and processing of tissue and tumor
specimens while working on projects related to understanding the immunologic
and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic
disease. Other responsibilities include laboratory and grant support duties related to new grant-funded projects; and preparation
of data and technical writing for manuscripts, presentations, funding
applications and progress reports.
Salary Range: $25.75 to $30.71 per hour.
Qualifications
BS in biomedical field or equivalent required.
Previous wet lab research experience required, can be obtained as part of degree program
Experience or knowledge in one or more of cancer, immunology and translational research is preferred
Demonstrated experience in common and modern molecular, cellular and genomic techniques in laboratory environment required
Ability to work with clinical specimens according to standard protocols is required.
Ability to seek out and read scientific literature to solve all levels of research problems is required
Ability to analyze research findings and prepare concise and accurate technical and data reports is required
Experience preparing data and contributing technical aspects of scientific writing for manuscripts and funding applications is required
Experience working with and preparing internal regulatory approvals and documentation (eg IRB) is required
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