Staff Research Associate 2 - OBGYN
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$24 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
About this job
Job Description
The research 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 (godiscoverylab.com) 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.
\n \nUnder the mentorship of Dr. Memarzadeh, you will work as a full-time Staff Research Associate II and will perform a variety of molecular, cellular and genomic research techniques (flow cytometry, IHC, proteomics, transcriptomics) while working on projects related to understanding the immunologic and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic disease. You will also work with cultured cell lines, human clinical specimens and research animals. Other responsibilities include the preparation of data and technical writing for publications and grants and a significant portion of lab support duties.
\nThe full hourly salary range for this position is: $32.79 - $52.75
\nRequired:
\nExperience in molecular, biochemical and cellular research.
\nAbility to perform euthanasia on animals for research purposes.
\nExperience isolating tissues and doing tissue culture work.
\nAbility to perform biochemical techniques as well as molecular biology techniques
\nInterpersonal skills to effectively interact with faculty, staff, and students.
\nAbility to work independently and to take direction.
\nAbility to maintain accurate inventory of supplies and laboratory instruments.
\nAbility to make innovative contributions pertaining to laboratory procedures.
\nAbility to read abstracts or scientific articles pertaining to prosecution of broad research problems.
\nAbility to use lab equipment including PCR machine, centrifuges, etc.
\nAbility to analyze research findings and prepare clear, concise and accurate technical/statistical reports.
\nAbility to work standing for at least 90% of the working day.
\nAbility to keep records of specimen.
\nWorking knowledge of conducting literature search.
\nDemonstrated ability to adhere to departmental attendance standards
\nComputer literacy.
\nPrevious lab experience of 1 year.
\nExperience with tissue culture.
\nExperience with RT and real time PCR.
\nSkill in troubleshooting and making minor repairs of laboratory instruments/equipment.
\nExperience performing data entry using a PC and Mac.
\nAbility to work variable 40-hour workweek (i.e., evenings, early morning, weekends) as needed.
\nAbility to prepare samples for analysis using standard methods.
\nSkill in writing legible, concise and grammatically correct documentation in Standard English. Ability to assure that consent forms are properly signed, dated, and completed.
\nAbility to go to operating room to collect surgical specimens
\nAbility to take specimens to Pathology Department
\nAbility to consult with Pathologist to determine which specimens can be used for research.
\nSkill in processing specimens according to protocol guidelines.
\nAbility to request recuts of pathology slides
\nSkill in reviewing slides with Pathologist
\nAbility to maintain accurate inventory of specimens.
\nAbility to complete data management forms both electronically and handwritten.
\nSkill in implementing software program for management of biorepository.
\nAbility to establish and maintain positive working relationships with other Division personnel
\nAbility to attend meetings as requested.
\nAbility to participate in planning strategies to accomplish goals.
\nAbility to accept and carry out other duties as assigned.
\nAbility to handle primary cells, stain them with antibodies and prepare them for FACS sorting
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Preferred:
\nB.S./M.S. degree
\nExperience with molecular biology.
\nAbility to review operating room schedule and identify cases for tissue collection studies.
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