Job Description
The Jorth Lab studies host-pathogen interactions of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. We are looking to add a postdoctoral fellow to investigate molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance and bacterial pathogenesis, as well as potential therapeutic targets for these hard-to-treat infections. Experience with bacterial genetics, infection models, and computational biology are desirable. The Postdoctoral Scientist will be expected to work independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator. The Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. The Postdoctoral Scientist will design and conduct experiments, analyzes and interpret data, and participate in writing publications and giving presentations as author or co-author. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Not responsible for generating grant funds.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author
Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator
May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
Qualifications
Education:
- Doctorate Degree in area directly related to field of research specialization is required.
Experience and Skills:
- 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 and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
- Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Req ID : 12689
Working Title : Postdoctoral Scientist - Microbiology - Jorth Lab
Department : Academic Pathology
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Postdoctoral Scholar
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $62,400 - $93,600
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