NATIONAL LEADERS IN PEDIATRIC CARE Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California.
Here world-class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family-centered care half a million times each year.
From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.
The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering.
Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient.
And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation. Join a hospital where the work you do will matter to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families.
The work will be challenging, but always rewarding. It’s Work That Matters. Overview Purpose Statement / Position Summary : Assists faculty and staff in designing and implementing research projects.
Independently plans, prepares, and conducts a wide variety of routine and non-routine (complex) laboratory procedures. Oversees multiple projects at a time.
Records, tabulates, and analyzes data and assists with and provides expertise in the preparation of papers, posters, and scientific publications.
Assists in training staff and may provide functional supervision to assigned laboratory personnel. Minimum Qualifications / Work Experience : Minimum Qualifications holding a Bachelor’s degree : 5 or more years of experience performing independent laboratory research experiments.
Minimum Qualifications holding a Master’s degree : 3 or more years of experience performing independent laboratory research experiment.
The ideal candidate is able to follow a protocol accurately and have meticulous record keeping. Be able to present data and results to the research team.
Self-motivated and passionate about science. Able to carry out tasks independently with instructions and to be able to trouble-shoot with some assistance.
Able to be a team player and be task oriented. The individual hired needs to be proficient in the following : - in vivo mouse brain tumor work in all its aspects, including, planning experiment after discussion with the PI, handling mice, providing them treatments by oral or injection routes, participating in brain tumorimplantation procedures, bioluminescence and MRI imaging of mice and analysis of the data, monitoring mice for signs of distress, euthanasia and perfusion / harvest of brain and other organs.
- All aspects of bench laboratory work such as complex mammalian cell culture experiments, westernblotting and immunoprecipitation, functional assays and flow cytometry, cloning and mutagenesis ofplasmids, generation and work with retroviruses, and planning and analysis of these.
- Many other laboratory duties. Education / Licensure / Certification : A minimum Bachelors’ degree, in a related scientific field (e.
g., biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or psychology) Masters’ degree or above (Preferred) Pay Scale Information $44,304.
00-$79,872.00 CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to education and experience within the job or the industry.
The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description.
Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.
CHLA looks forward to introducing you to our world-class organization where we create hope and build healthier futures. Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health both here and across the globe.
As a premier Magnet teaching hospital, you’ll find an environment that’s alive with learning, rooted in care and compassion, and home to thought leadership and unwavering support.
CHLA is dedicated to creating hope and building healthier futures for our patients, as well as for you and your career! CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932.
At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. CHLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process. Diversity inspires innovation.
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