Postdoctoral Scientist - Guerin Children's Genetics Research Center - Khokha Lab - Full-Time, On-Site

Cedars-Sinai • Los Angeles, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Principal Investigator, Dr. Mustafa Khokha, MD, is looking for a Postdoctoral
Scientist to join the team! Under the direction of Professor Mustafa Khokha, MD,
the Khokha Lab investigates genes and developmental mechanisms that lead to
birth defects (congenital malformations). Their approach is novel gene discovery
in congenital malformation patients followed by developmental mechanism
discovery in Xenopus frogs.

What will you be doing in this role?

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.

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.
• Design and perform 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.
• Analyze interpret, summarize, and compile data.
• Perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
• Operate and maintain equipment and instruments.
• May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees