Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

Posted 13 days ago

university of southern california uscLos Angeles (CA)

Biological Scientists, All Other Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$70,304

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About the role

Postdoctoral/Research Associate Opportunity Dr. Beiyun Zhou's lab is recruiting a Postdoctoral/Research Associate. Dr. Zhou's lab is interested in studying the cell and molecular biology of the alveolar epithelium with focus on analysis of alveolar epithelial cell (AEC) differentiation and plasticity in the context of lung injury and fibrosis. The position is for qualified candidates who wish to pursue a career in the basic and translational research of lung disease idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).

Responsibilities and Duties:

Plans, designs, and conducts highly technical and complex research projects independently.
Conducts cellular and molecular experiments for hypothesis-driven research
Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data
Present research data at lab meetings, scientific conferences, and in peer-reviewed publications under the direction of the Principal Investigator
Contribute to the preparation of grant applications, progress reports, and manuscripts.
Stay current with developments in the field and contribute innovative ideas to advance the research program
Be responsible for teaching techniques to other lab members
Serves as a project liaison between the lab and its collaborators
Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with institutional, funding agency, and laboratory safety policies
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Salary Range: The annual base salary range for this position is $70,304. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations."

Minimum Education: Ph.D.USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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