Staff Research Associate III - Translational Oncology Research - OBGYN

UCLA Health
Los Angeles, CA, United States
$66.4K-$106.8K a year
Full-time

DescriptionThe 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 III to join their team.

As a member of our cutting edge gynecologic oncology research laboratory (G.O. Discovery Lab) you'll under the mentorship of Dr.

Sanaz Memarzadeh to focus on determining the molecular basis of epithelial cancer formation, progression and treatment. More specifically, the SRA III will work with cell lines, animal models, viruses, DNA, RNA , proteins, and other diagnostic and functional assays towards understanding the molecular, cellular and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic diseases.

The candidate will design, optimize and perform procedures and protocols that cross and connect scientific disciplines at the fully operational level.

The SRA III will be expected to consult with Dr, Memarzadeh and scientific literature to find and bring new ideas to the lab.

The candidate will also take on a portion of the lab management duties, including supply management, ordering and equipment upkeep, and coordinate general lab support activities.

Additionally, the candidate will help obtain and process human samples from operating rooms at UCLA.www.godiscoverylab.comSalary range : $66,431.

27 - $106,830.32 annuallyQualificationsKnowledge of laboratory equipment and safety A, B, C RequiredKnowledge of cell biology and previous experience working with human cells, preferablyprimary patient samplesA, B, C RequiredKnowledge in molecular biology and laboratory experiments A, B, C RequiredKnowledge of UCLA Policies and procedures A,B, C PreferredKnowledge of specimens and tissue collection A, B, C RequiredKnowledge of consent form C, D RequiredExcellent skill in verbal and written communication.

Proper utilization of English in thewritten word and conversation.A, B, C, D RequiredSkill in tact and diplomacy A, B, C, D RequiredSkill in working with disparate faculty A, B, C, D RequiredKnowledge of contract and grant application process C, D RequiredSkill in organizing and coordinating meetings A, B, C, D RequiredAdvanced skill and knowledge of computer applications including those for imaging, dataanalysis and manuscript figures (ImageJ, FloJo, Prism, Biorender, etc.

A, B, C, D RequiredAbility to be self-motivated, minimal supervision, handle multi-tasks and prioritizeworkloadA, B, C, D RequiredAbility to handle sensitive & confidential information A, B, C, D RequiredAbility to operate various office equipment, Ability to setup and maintain filing system andoffice suppliesA, B, C, D RequiredAbility to read and understand scientific publications, judge them based scientific merit,technical innovation and relevance to lab projectsA, B, C RequiredBachelor’s of Science in a life / biomedical science discipline, or equivalent experience.

A, B, C, D Required3 or more years of lab research experience, could be as part of academic programUCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

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