Postdoctoral Scientist - Radiation Oncology, Shiao Lab

L4

cedars sinaiLos Angeles, CA16 days ago
Postdoctoral Scientist Opportunity Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds. This position offers the opportunity to conduct research in the Shiao Lab, within Radiation Oncology. The lab investigates how the immune system shapes and regulates responses to cancer therapies, with a particular focus on the complex interactions between immune and non-immune cells within the tumor microenvironment. Research in the lab examines how these cellular interactions influence anti-tumor immunity in response to therapies including radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapies, checkpoint inhibitors, and cellular therapies. For a postdoctoral scientist looking to deepen their expertise at the intersection of tumor immunology, cancer biology, and therapeutic response, this is an opportunity to contribute to impactful research while developing their scientific expertise through close mentorship and collaboration.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities: May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds. May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data. Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period. Operates and maintains equipment and instruments. May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
Requirements: Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization.1 year, acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.
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Level

MidL4

Location

Los Angeles, CA

Occupation

Physical Scientists, All Other

Industry

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Posted

16 days ago

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