Postdoctoral Scientist - Gao Lab - Biomedical Imaging Research Institute | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

HERC - Southern California
Beverly Hills, CA
$62.4K-$93.6K a year
Full-time

Job Description Principal Investigator, Wei Gao, PhD is looking for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the team! When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters.

This shared culture of happiness, passion, and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it???s just one of the many reasons why we rank as one of the top hospitals in the nation by U.

S. News & World Report. Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? The Gao Laboratory focuses on better understanding the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying normal / abnormal human brain development and adult brain functioning.

We use advanced neuroimaging technologies (MR, PET, etc.) combined with biological, behavioral and neuropsychological testing to probe the central question of how our brain develops and functions under both normal and abnormal conditions.

The ultimate goal of the Gao Laboratory is to foster better brain development and help cure brain disorders using imaging guidance.

To learn more, please visit : Gao Research Lab Cedars-Sinai (cedars-sinai.org) Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with Dr.

Gao and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.

May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in the preparation of grant proposals.

Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds. Primary Job 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 (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization.

Experience and Skills : Highly motivated and works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization.

Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.

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. About Us Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research.

Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service.

Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals.

Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff.

Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Req ID : 626 Working Title : Postdoctoral Scientist - Gao Lab - Biomedical Imaging Research Institute Department : BMS - BioMed Imaging Res Inst.

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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