Postdoctoral Scientist - Yang Lab - Biomedical Imaging Research Insitute

Cedars-Sinai • CA, CA

5d • $62,400 - $93,600

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Scientist will join Dr. Hsin-Jung Yang’s research group at the Biomedical Imaging Research Institute (BIRI), an interdisciplinary program developing and applying advanced imaging technologies to translational research and clinical questions. The Yang Lab develops imaging solutions to study pathological heart activity and noninvasively detect, diagnose, and monitor cardiovascular disease. Its work includes cardiac fMRI, an oxygenation-sensitive MRI approach that uses controlled coronary artery stimulation to detect impaired coronary artery function without ionizing radiation, exogenous contrast agents, or pharmacological stress agents.

Working independently and in close cooperation and consultation with Dr. Yang and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures during a one-to-five-year postdoctoral appointment. The role involves designing and performing experiments, maintaining records, analyzing results with the Principal Investigator, and potentially developing and implementing research techniques and protocols. The position may also contribute to grant proposals, publications, and presentations.

Requirements

• Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in an area directly related to the research specialization.
• One year of experience is listed; the description also refers to a one-to-five-year postdoctoral appointment.
• Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor, typically the Principal Investigator, within the area of specialization.
• Demonstrated aptitude in experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection and analysis, and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Understanding of general research objectives.

Responsibilities

• Designs and performs experiments; maintains appropriate experimental records and documentation; and analyzes results with the Principal Investigator.
• May develop, adapt, and implement 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 assist with preparation of grant proposals but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
• May participate in publications and presentations as an author or co-author.
• May observe physician-patient or physician-human research subject interactions when directly related to the research being performed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree