Postdoctoral Scientist - Gao Lab - Biomedical Imaging Research Institute

Cedars-SinaiCA, CA
$62,400 - $93,600Onsite

About The Position

The Gao Laboratory focuses on better understanding the neurophysiological mechanisms underlying normal/abnormal human brain development and adult brain functioning. We use advanced neuroimaging technologies (MR, PET, etc.) combined with biological, behavioral and neuropsychological testing to probe the central question of how our brain develops and functions under both normal and abnormal conditions. The ultimate goal of the Gao Laboratory is to foster better brain development and help cure brain disorders using imaging guidance. Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with Dr. Gao and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in the preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds.

Requirements

  • Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
  • Analyze and interpret data.
  • Develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
  • Keep appropriate experimental records and documentation.
  • Operate and maintain equipment and instruments.
  • Observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.

Nice To Haves

  • May assist in the preparation of grant proposals.
  • May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • 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.
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