Postdoctoral Associate Positions at University of Southern California

1. Postdoctoral Scholar-Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20132001

Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate (Molecular Biology/Genetics)

The Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a full-time fixed term Postdoctoral Scholar-Research Associate.

The Postdoctoral Scholar position will involve basic molecular biology, histology, microscopy, and animal husbandry in the process of studying brain tumors, as well as brain injury repair. The candidate must be able to perform cell culture, qPCR, western immunoblotting, immunohistochemical staining, light and fluorescence microscopy, fluorescence associated cell sorting, basic rodent surgical procedures, and related techniques. Looking for someone with expertise in molecular biology (including virus infection, qPCR and western blotting) and mammalian cell culture. The candidate must have proficient communication skills, knowledge with a variety of computer programs for word processing, statistics, and image analysis. Requires Ph.D. with laboratory experience. Preference will be given to candidates with prior first author manuscripts. The experience offers opportunity for involvement in very successful project with significant preliminary data. Notably, multiple prior laboratory staff have published extensively and gone on to very successful graduate and medical school, medical residency, and biotechnology firm positions.

Salary range:

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480 - $67,080. 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.

Preferred Qualifications: A PhD or Master degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Biophysics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Mathematics, Engineering Sciences or relevant fields.

3+ years of experience with a strong record of accomplishments and project experience in molecular biology, cell culture, epigenetic models, and rodent models.

A strong background and/or prior hands-on experience in experimental biology is highly desirable.

Good oral and written communication skills in English.

The ability to learn new algorithms.

The ability to collaborate with biomedical scientists.

Minimum Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctorate within previous three years

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USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

2. Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20116539

This is a grant funded, fixed term, one year position, renewable on the recommendation of the faculty mentor and at the discretion of the dean.

USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology is looking for a talented Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to join its team.

The Postdoctoral Scholar-Research Associate will serve as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies. Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work independently. Analyzes research data and provides interpretations. Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

Job Accountabilities:Serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies. Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work independently.

Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data sources, background information and/or technology related to area of specialization.

Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research.

Searches literature, utilizing all available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology and designs experiments accordingly.

Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment.

Preferred Field of Expertise: Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field.

Additional Information: A copy of the doctoral diploma or other certification that indicates that the terminal degree has been completed satisfactorily is required. If the doctoral candidate has not yet obtained a degree, he/she should provide evidence that a thesis has been approved together with a documented indication of the expected date of formal graduation. It is the responsibility of the faculty mentor to verify this documentation. The documentation is to be filed with the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.

The annual base salary for this position is $64,480. 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. or equivalent doctorate within previous five years

Minimum Experience: 0-1 year

Minimum Field of Expertise: Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

3. Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20105128

This is a grant funded, fixed term, one year position, renewable on the recommendation of the faculty mentor and at the discretion of the dean.

USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology is looking for a talented Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to join its team.

A postdoctoral position is available to study the mechanisms regulating skeletal development and their relationship to skeletal birth defects using mouse genetics and next-generation sequencing. Seeking a highly motivated candidates who

recently obtained a Ph.D. and have a strong background in developmental biology are encouraged to apply. This individual participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor.

Will be required to analyzes research data and provides interpretations. Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

May or may not work independently.

Job Accountabilities: Serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies. Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work independently.

Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data sources, background information and/or technology related to area of specialization.

Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research.

Searches literature, utilizing all available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology and designs experiments accordingly.

Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment.

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

Preference will be given to those with model organism experience who have a first-author publication as a result of their graduate work. Interested candidates should send their CV, a brief description of their research, and names of

three references to:

Amy E. Merrill. Ph.D. (amerrill@usc.edu)

Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology

University of Southern California

The annual base salary for this position is $64,480. 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. or equivalent doctorate within previous five years

Minimum Experience: 0-1 year

Minimum Field of Expertise: Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

4. Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20103325

This is a grant funded, fixed term, one year position, renewable on the recommendation of the faculty mentor and at the discretion of the dean.

A Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate position is available to study molecular signaling mechanisms of protein methylation in craniofacial and cardiac development in the Xu lab at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California.

The project will utilize multidisciplinary approaches including mouse genetics, imaging, primary cell culture, epigenetic and multi-Omics approaches. Qualifications: The successful candidate must have a recent Ph.D. or M.D. degree, preferably trained in the developmental biology field. Previous experience in genetic mouse models is a requirement. The candidate is expected to be highly motivated. The Xu lab locates at the Health Science Campus in the Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology, with ample collaborations with the Norris Cancer Center, Eli and Edythe Broad Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research, and the Brain Center at Keck School of Medicine. The campus is in the heart of the Los Angeles, a city rich in diversity, culture and history.

For details, please visit https://dentweb10.usc.edu/ccmb/faculty_detail.asp?RS=1127#

Interested applicants should send a CV to Jian Xu, Ph.D. (xujian@usc.edu)

Job Accountabilities: Serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies. Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work independently.

Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data sources, background information and/or technology related to area of specialization.

Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research.

Searches literature, utilizing all available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology and designs experiments accordingly.

Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment.

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

The Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate will perform and train to use equipment for Immunology, Molecular genetics, Flow Cytometry, Microbiology, DNA & RNA isolation from FFPE tissues, RT qPCR, RT2 Profiler PCR Array, Immunohistochemistry, Tissue microarray, and Digital image analysis.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480.00. 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. or equivalent doctorate within previous five years

Minimum Experience: 0-1 year

Minimum Field of Expertise: Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

5. Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20105110

This is a grant funded, fixed term, one year position, renewable on the recommendation of the faculty mentor and at the discretion of the dean.

USC's Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology is looking for a talented Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to join its team.

The Postdoctoral Scholar-Research Associate will serve as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies. Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work independently. Analyzes research data and provides interpretations. Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

Job Accountabilities:Serves as a research trainee for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies. Participates in planning, designing and conducting highly technical and complex research projects under the direction of a supervisor. May or may not work independently.

Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data sources, background information and/or technology related to area of specialization.

Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research.

Searches literature, utilizing all available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology and designs experiments accordingly.

Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.

Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment.

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

The Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate will perform and train to use equipment for Immunology, Molecular genetics, Flow Cytometry, Microbiology, DNA & RNA isolation from FFPE tissues, RT qPCR, RT2 Profiler PCR Array, Immunohistochemistry, Tissue microarray, and Digital image analysis.

The applicant should be in Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics or related filed.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480.00. 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. or equivalent doctorate within previous five years

Minimum Experience: 0-1 year

Minimum Field of Expertise: Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

6. Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20131760

The Lyden laboratory is seeking a Postdoc Scholar Research Associate with a PhD in neuroscience, cell biology, or equivalent. The ideal candidate will conduct experiments in collaboration with the principal investigator addressing the primary focus of the laboratory. The Lyden Lab studies stroke, and in particular cellular mechanisms of response to injury such as ischemia. The Lab uses in vitro and in vivo models. Prior experience in cell culture OR animal microsurgery is essential. Assists the PI with designs aimed at implementing experiments. Troubleshoot with creative solutions for all aspects of pre-clinical stroke modeling.

Conduct weekly animal microsurgery.

Conduct weekly cell culture experiments using primary rodent neurons, astrocytes, endothelial cells

Manage the day-to-day operations to ensure smooth workflow and targets are met. Ensure and promote a commitment of protocol adherence from the network and design.

Assesses and follows up the need for intervention and action when deviations occur. Perform quality control of all incoming data and curate existing databases.

Create and implement organization for the distribution of datasets.

Analyze data and contribute to the creation of new methods of analyzing data. Foster and maintain productive relationships and collaborations with scientific community members.

Provide motivation and encouragement to maintain engagement by network members.

Ensure compliance with federal, state and local ordinances. Contribute to/manage the budget. Author publications and contribute as co-author.

Oversees other team members.

Provide leadership to the Lab and collaborations.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480 - $72,000. 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: 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.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

7. Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 9 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20131759

The Lyden laboratory is seeking a Postdoc Scholar Research Associate with a PhD in neuroscience, cell biology, or equivalent. The ideal candidate will conduct experiments in collaboration with the principal investigator addressing the primary focus of the laboratory. The Lyden Lab studies stroke, and in particular cellular mechanisms of response to injury such as ischemia. The Lab uses in vitro and in vivo models. Prior experience in cell culture OR animal microsurgery is essential. Assists the PI with designs aimed at implementing experiments. Troubleshoot with creative solutions for all aspects of pre-clinical stroke modeling.

Conduct weekly animal microsurgery.

Conduct weekly cell culture experiments using primary rodent neurons, astrocytes, endothelial cells

Manage the day-to-day operations to ensure smooth workflow and targets are met. Ensure and promote a commitment of protocol adherence from the network and design.

Assesses and follows up the need for intervention and action when deviations occur. Perform quality control of all incoming data and curate existing databases.

Create and implement organization for the distribution of datasets.

Analyze data and contribute to the creation of new methods of analyzing data. Foster and maintain productive relationships and collaborations with scientific community members.

Provide motivation and encouragement to maintain engagement by network members.

Ensure compliance with federal, state and local ordinances. Contribute to/manage the budget. Author publications and contribute as co-author.

Oversees other team members.

Provide leadership to the Lab and collaborations.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480 - $72,000. 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: 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.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

8. Postdoctoral Scholar–Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 12 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20130674

The University of Southern California Department of Neurosurgery is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to play a major role in key research areas in human translational research in neuro-oncology. This is a temporary and fixed-term position based at Health Sciences Campus of USC and hospitals affiliated with USC. Postdoctoral fellows will receive training in cell reprogramming (including from tumor cells to antigen presenting cells and mesenchymal stem cells to cardiomyocytes and neurons et al.), novel mechanisms of Tumor Treating Fields, mechanisms of master regulators of cancer stem cells, gene therapy (AAV/RRV) to target stem cell master regulators, cancer immunotherapy for glioblastoma.

The postdoctoral fellow can expect to:Utilize professional, specialized expertise to Investigates mechanism of brain tumor state and identifies new methods to target the state of brain tumors as a therapeutic strategy. This involves the utilization of research equipment deployed in the neurology intensive care unit.

Analyze and report research findings in written form in research papers or scientific posters, and manuscripts to be submitted into peer-review journals indexed in medical and life sciences databases. Additionally, research reports may be required to be presented in scientific events such as departmental or laboratory meetings, conference, seminars, or poster presentations.

Utilize special skills and tools to perform job by manipulating physical equipment such as workstations and laptops, PCR, qPCR, plate readers, tissue culture facility, equipment for surgery for small rodents; as well as the use of non-physical tools such as MATLAB and Microsoft Office software. This equipment will be employed to collect, process, display, and analyze data in research studies.

Salary range:

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480 – $70,000. 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: Degree of Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Minimum Experience: Complete graduate school within the last 3 years

Minimum Field-of-Expertise: Biological or physical science

Preferred Education: Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Research or Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Preferred Experience: Experience working with animal models of cancer, molecular biology, immunology, and microscopy; working knowledge of genomics and bioinformatics; excellent writing and communication skills.

Preferred Field-of-Expertise: Biomedical research

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

9. Postdoctoral Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 13 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20131310

The mission of the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is to improve the well-being of vulnerable individuals and communities, advance social and economic justice, and eradicate pressing societal problems in complex and culturally diverse urban environments throughout Southern California, the nation and the world. Our mission is achieved through value-driven, scholarly, and creative social work education, research, and professional leadership.

The Center for LGBTQ+ Health Equity, within the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join its team. The postdoctoral associate will be under the primary mentorship of Dr. John Blosnich, whose work focuses on health equity and suicide prevention. The candidate will have work opportunities ranging from community-led projects such as the Los Angeles County Child and Adolescent Suicide Review Team to NIH-funded projects, including a project to develop and implement training for death investigators to gather sexual orientation and gender identity data and several projects exploring non-clinical efforts to pursue public health approaches to suicide prevention. The position involves management and analysis of study data, creating manuscripts for publication, and contributing to research grant proposal development. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with the research team, doctoral students, and undergraduate students.

The candidate will contribute to meeting all aims of the study. The successful candidate will engage in the following which include but are not limited to:

serving as a research trainee to enhance and develop research related to health equity and suicide prevention; managing primary data collection, data cleaning, database organization, and quantitative and qualitative analyses; leading abstract and manuscript development and management for first-author publication opportunities; contributing to competitive research grant proposal development and submission; developing and implementing research results dissemination strategies; developing mentoring skills by working with undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students learning research processes and skills; participating in team meetings.

Preferred qualifications: PhD or equivalent research doctorate in the following fields of interest or related field: public health, social work, psychology, sociology, prevention science, health services research, statistics/decision sciences, epidemiology and/or community health

Training in quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods

Demonstrated research experience through peer-reviewed publications/conference presentations in mental health and/or suicide prevention

Competency in data analytic programs such as Stata, R, ATLAS.ti, NVivo

Familiarity with virtual data collection platforms (REDcap, Qualtrics)

Organized with excellent time management

Mastery of both writing and public speaking

Initiates independent projects and inquiries

Collaborative and works well in a team setting

The annual rate range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000. 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.

This position 1 year and renewable for an additional 1 year on the recommendation of the faculty mentor. It is 100% grant funded. Hybrid on/off-campus work schedule is preferred; potential to be fully remote is based on the discretion of the supervisor.

Job Application Requirements:

- CV

- Writing sample

- List of 2 references (at least one academic reference from applicant’s doctoral program)

- Cover letter with a statement of research interests

Send the above to Dr. John Blosnich at blosnich@usc.edu

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent research doctorate within the previous two years

Minimum Experience: 1-3 years

Minimum Field of Expertise: Related to public health, social work, psychology, sociology, prevention science, health services research, statistics/decision sciences, epidemiology, and/or community health

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.

Preferred Field of Expertise:

Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

10. Postdoctoral Scholar-Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 15 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20131901

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Center for Affective Neuroscience, Development, Learning and Education

USC Rossier School of Education

The USC Center for Affective Neuroscience, Development, Learning and Education (CANDLE.USC.EDU), directed by Prof. Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, is seeking applicants for a postdoctoral research associate.

CANDLE is a center of the USC Rossier School of Education housed at the Brain and Creativity Institute. CANDLE’s mission is to bring educational innovation and developmental affective neuroscience into partnership, and to use what is learned to guide the transformation of schools, policy, and the student and teacher experience for a healthier and more equitable society.

The position will involve working on CANDLE’s transdisciplinary research studies relating how students and teachers think and feel to their brain function and development, physiological regulation, health and well-being. The successful candidate will be involved in designing, conducting, and analyzing data from synergistic field and laboratory studies about teaching and learning. Studies may include psychophysiological, neural, interview and classroom observation data during authentic learning and teaching activities. The position will also involve preparing reports for funding agencies, and publications and conference presentations to communicate project findings, and mentoring diverse junior members of the research team.

An earned doctoral degree in neuroscience, psychology, education or related fields is required, as is a developing record of relevant publications. The successful candidate should have excellent statistical and programming skills, extensive experience and excellent knowledge of structural and fMRI experiment design, data acquisition and analysis. Expertise in graph theory, dynamic functional connectivity, and other techniques for analyzing brain network properties is especially desired, as is experience working with interdisciplinary teams. Experience working with adolescents and in schools is an added plus.

Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, example of a recent publication or writing sample (e.g., journal manuscript, manuscript in preparation), and the names and email addresses for three references deeply familiar with the candidate’s skills and record. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The position is anticipated to begin as soon as June, 2023.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480-$72,000. 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.

Terminal Degree Required

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

11. Postdoc Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 16 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20106417

A postdoctoral research position in cancer and genetic epidemiology is available at the USC Center for Genetic Epidemiology within the Department of Population and Public Health Sciences at USC. The applicant must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent qualification) with training in epidemiology, biostatistics and/or statistical genetics. The postdoctoral fellow will work directly with Drs. Chris Haiman and David Conti on analyzing risk factors, genetic and other omics data from diverse cohorts including the Multiethnic Cohort study, the RESPOND African American prostate cancer study and other large-scale genetics consortia (e.g. NHGRI PAGE and PRIMED. 

In addition to cancer, non-cancer outcomes will also be examined including anthropometric traits, diabetes and biomarkers, such as lipids, glucose, insulin or inflammatory markers. Studies focused on polygenic risk score development, rare variant analysis and health disparities research will be available. Desired is an applicant familiar with many of the most common analytic tools for genetic association studies. In addition, s/he will participate in the presentation of their research and in the writing of publications. The position requires a highly motivated individual with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Experience: Training in epidemiology, biostatistics and/or statistical genetics

Preferred Field of Expertise: Epidemiology, biostatistics and/or statistical genetics

The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480- $72,000. 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. 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.

Preferred Experience: Training in epidemiology, biostatistics and/or statistical genetics

Preferred Field of Expertise: Epidemiology, biostatistics and/or statistical genetics

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.

12. Postdoctoral Research Associate

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locations Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 19 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20131272

The mission of the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is to improve the well-being of vulnerable individuals and communities, advance social and economic justice, and eradicate pressing societal problems in complex and culturally diverse urban environments throughout Southern California, the nation and the world. Our mission is achieved through value-driven, scholarly, and creative social work education, research, and professional leadership.

The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to join its team. The postdoctoral scholar will be under the primary mentorship of Dr. Daniel A. Hackman, whose work investigates how social and environmental contexts influence developmental trajectories of health and well-being across the life course. The candidate will be working on an NICHD funded study of the role of neighborhoods in brain development, cognition, and emotion across adolescence; vulnerability to the COVID-19 pandemic and school-related changes; and the factors that may protect against adversity and foster resilience. The position involves management and analysis of longitudinal data from a large nationwide sample - the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development study - utilizing multi-modal structural and functional neuroimaging data as well as data on behavior, neighborhood characteristics, educational environments, and family contexts. The candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from an interdisciplinary group of scholars with expertise in developmental cognitive neuroscience, education, public and environmental health, social determinants of health, psychology, biostatistics, and more.

The candidate will contribute to meeting all aims of the study. The candidate will manage data, conduct statistical analyses, and interpret and communicate findings, with specific focus on longitudinal multi-level modeling and/or other advanced analytic methods. Writing manuscripts to communicate results both as lead- and as co-author is essential to the position, and the candidate will also present at conferences and contribute to conference presentations. Strong candidates will capitalize on the opportunity to lead analyses and manuscripts relevant to their research interests. There will also be opportunities to learn or stay informed of developments and innovations in the relevant research literature. The candidate will participate in team meetings; assist with grant administration and management; potentially supervise others on the project, such as graduate and undergraduate students; and contribute to other related duties as assigned or requested.

Preferred qualifications:

PhD in psychology, neuroscience, education, public health, sociology, social work, or related fields.

Strong computational and quantitative background with advanced analytic techniques, such as linear mixed effects modeling, fixed effect regression, structural equation modeling, and/or additional advanced modeling techniques for large, longitudinal datasets.

Skilled in programming, coding and statistical analyses using R and other programs such as SAS, Mplus, etc

Excellent record of peer-reviewed, scientific publications

Demonstrated interest and/or experience in theory and methodology in fields/topics such as developmental cognitive and effective neuroscience, neuroimaging, developmental psychology, neighborhood effects, life course/adolescent development, social determinants of health, educational environments, and/or neuroimaging.

Highly motivated and exemplary ability to work independently and collaborate in teams

Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills

The annual rate range for this position is $64,480 - $66,000. 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.

This position is fixed-term, 100% grant-funded.

Job Application Requirements:

CV

Cover letter with a statement of research interests

Job Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years.

The candidate should not have more than a cumulative 5 years of previous postdoc experience and must be within 5 years of their terminal degree.

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.

Preferred Field of Expertise:

Publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or related field

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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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locations Los Angeles, CA - Health Sciences Campus

time type Full time

posted on Posted 24 Days Ago

job requisition idREQ20121552

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.

The annual base salary range for this position is $64,480- $72,000. 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: 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

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action 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 will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. 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.