University of Southern California Postdoctoral Positions (July - August)

 Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

APPLYDornsife College of Letters, Arts and SciencesLos Angeles, California

The Qin Laboratory in the Chemistry Department of University of Southern California invites applications for postdoctoral scholar positions supported by funding from NIH and NSF. The selected individual will use a combination of biophysical and biochemical techniques to investigate mechanisms of target recognition by the programmable CRISPR nucleases that are revolutionizing genome engineering. The appointment is available for three years contingent on satisfactory research progress, and salary will commensurate with qualifications.

Background: Research in the Qin lab uses a combination of biochemical and biophysical tools to understand specific recognition of nucleic acids. A specialty of our group is the development and application of a biophysical method, called Site-Directed Spin Labeling (SDSL), which utilizes a stable radical (i.e., a spin label) and Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) spectroscopy to obtain structural and dynamic information of bio-molecules. Our lab has developed new SDSL methods for investigating nucleic acids and protein-nuclei acid complexes in bulk solutions and at the single-molecule level. These SDSL tools have been successfully applied to investigate the high-molecular-weight CRISPR-Cas complexes, which encompass protein, RNA and DNA. Current projects focus on using spin-labeling, fluorescence spectroscopy, thermodynamics and enzyme kinetics analysis, systems biology methods, in vivo gene editing, and computation to investigate mechanisms of DNA target recognition by CRISPR-Cas9 and Cas12a. For more information, please visit http://pzqin.usc.edu/pzqhome/.

Preferred Qualification: Candidate must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field, which includes but is not limited to Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology. While all applications will be considered, candidates with prior experience on protein expression, mutagenesis, structural analyses, and protein-nucleic acid interaction are particularly welcome. Strong writing and communication skills, as evidenced by first author publications, are highly desirable.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Documents and Additional Information:

• Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.
• USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.

Fixed-term, one year appointment.

REQ20122141 Posted Date: Aug/16/2022

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Salhia Lab

APPLYKeck School of MedicineLos Angeles, California

Dr. Salhia’s Lab in the Department of Translational Genomics is seeking a post-doctoral fellow to become part of the team. The successful candidate will have both wet lab and dry lab expertise and should be able to apply their skills to grant-funded cancer epigenomics/genomics projects. The candidate should have advanced programming skills as well as have competence in molecular biology techniques including but not limited to PCR, tissue culture, next generation sequencing, genomics and epigenomics assays.

The candidate should have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be a team player. Good work ethics and commitment are necessary for a successful post-doctoral tenure in the lab.

The core job functions are:

• Knowledge in bioinformatics and molecular biology are mandatory for the position
• Wet lab duties in Molecular Biology, epigenomics and genomics
• Develop new algorithms for analyzing next-generation sequencing data, with an emphasis in DNA methylation data.
• Use existing tools to analyze data.Manuscript and post-doc grant preparation

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within previous five years Minimum Experience: 0-1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods.

REQ20116338 Posted Date: Aug/04/2022

Postdoc Scholar Research Associate

APPLYKSOMLos Angeles, California

The Peti-Peterdi lab is seeking a Postdoc Scholar to join its team at the Health Science Campus.

The Peti-Peterdi's laboratory is focused on understanding the mechanisms of kidney disease development, and to identify new molecular players in the disease process as potential targets for future development of therapeutic approaches.

The main experimental research approach involves direct visualization of intact organs (mainly the kidney) in mice using fluorescence microscopy.  Therefore, long-term experience with handling and surgery of laboratory mice, and basic knowledge/experience in fluorescence microscopy are required.

Minimum Education: PhD, MD or equivalent doctorate within previous five years Minimum Experience: 1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods

REQ20121243 Posted Date: Aug/03/2022

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

APPLYViterbi School of EngineeringLos Angeles, California

USC’s Information Sciences Institute (ISI), a unit of the university’s Viterbi School of Engineering, is a world leader in the research and development of advanced artificial intelligence, information processing, computing, cybersecurity, and communications technologies. ISI’s 400 faculty, professional staff and graduate students carry out extraordinary information sciences research at three distinct locations - Marina Del Rey, CA; Arlington, VA; and Waltham, MA.

*This position is located in Marina del Rey, CA. Hybrid work options are available.*

ISI's Visual Intelligence and Multimedia Analytics Laboratory (VIMAL) is looking for a Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate to help with research in VIMAL. The Postdoc will help to develop computer vision and machine learning algorithms for various visual misinformation identification and biometrics problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field
• Experience in vision and machine learning

The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within previous three years Minimum Experience: 0-1 year Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods

REQ20120981 Posted Date: July/26/2022 For details please visit the official site