UCLA Health

Staff Research Associate IV - OB-GYN

UCLA Health$73K — $117K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as molecular biology or oncology.
  • 5+ years of laboratory research experience, particularly in cancer biology.
  • Proficient in molecular biology techniques and cell culture protocols.
  • Experience with high-throughput drug screening methodologies.
  • Strong background in data analysis and interpretation related to experimental biology.

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced molecular biology and cell culture techniques.
  • Conduct high-throughput drug screening for treatment candidates.
  • Collaborate with the PI on manuscripts and grant proposals.
  • Design and execute in vitro and in vivo research experiments.
  • Contribute innovative ideas to ongoing research projects.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to work on pioneering cancer research.
  • Involvement in impactful therapeutic developments.
  • Collaborative work environment with experienced researchers.
  • Potential for professional growth and advancement within the lab.
Full Job Description
Description

We are seeking a full-time Staff Research Associate IV (SRA IV) to join the G.O. Discovery Lab, a cutting-edge gynecologic oncology research laboratory led by Dr. Sanaz Memarzadeh. The lab focuses on uncovering the molecular basis of epithelial cancer formation, progression, and treatment.

Under the guidance of the principal investigator, the SRA IV will independently plan and execute experiments using cell lines, animal models, and a variety of diagnostic and functional assays to investigate the molecular, cellular, and genetic mechanisms driving gynecologic cancers.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Performing basic and advanced molecular biology and cell culture techniques, including tissue culture, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, single-cell proteomics, and transcriptomics.
  • Working on high-throughput drug screening to identify small molecule and immunotherapy treatment candidates.
  • Collaborating with the PI on manuscript and grant proposal preparation, including method annotation, data interpretation, and contributing to the analytical, strategic, and technical aspects of planning and writing.
  • Designing, planning, and conducting both in vitro and in vivo experiments.
  • Making innovative contributions to ongoing research projects.


This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cancer research and contribute meaningfully to the development of new therapeutic strategies.

Annual Salary Range: $ 73,046.78 - $ 117,544.05

About UCLA Health

UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
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