Postdoctoral Scientist - Tourtellotte Lab - Neurodegeneration and Neurodevelopment

Overview

Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Tourtellotte Lab - Neurodegeneration and Neurodevelopment at Cedars-Sinai. A Postdoctoral Scientist position is immediately available to work on projects related to microglia in neurodegeneration or in projects related to growth factor and tyrosine kinase receptor signaling.

The Tourtellotte Lab studies the role of microglia immune function in neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s Disease, and the role of growth factor signaling in peripheral neuropathy and tyrosine kinase receptor signaling. Depending on the relevant expertise and specific interests, the successful candidate will be a leader of an independent research project but can contribute to all projects in the lab with co-authorship on manuscripts.

Working independently, but in close cooperation and consultation with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other Research Scientists in the lab, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period. The candidate will be expected to design and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, troubleshoot experiments, analyze data for publication and grant applications, present research at national and international meetings, and prepare manuscripts for publication.

Teaching other research staff, students and clinical residents may be required. With support from the PI and as the candidate progresses in their training, they will be expected to compete for research funding that will appropriately support their independent career development.

• 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, interprets, summarizes, and compiles data.
• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
• Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
• May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
• May assist in the preparation of grant proposals.

• Doctorate Degree in area directly related to field of research specialization is required.

• Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization.
• Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, analysis, and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

• Req : 12205
• Working Title :
  Postdoctoral Scientist - Tourtellotte Lab - Neurodegeneration and Neurodevelopment
• Department :
  Academic Pathology
• Business Entity :
  Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Job Category :
  Academic / Research
• Job Specialty :
  Postdoctoral Scholar
• Overtime Status : EXEMPT
• Primary Shift :
  Day
• Shift Duration : 8 hour
• Base Pay : $62,400 - $93,600