Translational Scientist PhD : Oncology Administration - Full Time - 08HR - Hoag Newport Beach

Hoag • Newport Beach, CA

4d • $53 - $82 • Onsite

About The Position

The Translational Scientist PhD contributes to the development and execution of molecular, cellular, and pre-clinical studies to support the Hoag Family Cancer Institute’s Translational Oncology Laboratory. Maintains strong translational research experience with hands-on expertise in studies that utilize state-of-the-art molecular, genetic, cellular, and preclinical approaches to cancer therapeutics and diagnostics development. Works with a team of dedicated discovery scientists to perform laboratory-based research, providing both scientific and technical expertise. Interprets and presents findings and functions as an integral team member advancing hospital programs.

Requirements

• PhD degree
• Strong translational research experience
• Hands-on expertise in studies utilizing state-of-the-art molecular, genetic, cellular, and preclinical approaches to cancer therapeutics and diagnostics development
• Ability to interpret and present findings
• Ability to develop and adhere to IRB-approved and HIPAA-compliant protocols
• Experience collecting and handling biospecimens, including human blood and fresh tissue
• Experience preparing tissues/materials, preparing buffers, solutions, and chemicals
• Experience processing of bulk tissue for cell sorting, culture, and freezing
• Ability to maintain rigorous documentation and tracking of information for all patient samples and experimental procedures, while maintaining quality control
• Ability to provide technical knowledge and guidance
• Ability to train laboratory assistants and other personnel

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes research and research strategy.
• Integrates a deep understanding of cancer biology and other translational operations.
• Supports Translational study implementation teams. Provides subject matter expertise, translational science support/functional representation for collaborative studies.
• Executes and documents translational research lab procedures and protocols successfully independently.
• Writes and/or reviews policies, procedures, collaborative abstracts, posters, grants, and content for scientific meetings, conferences, and publications independently.
• Develops and adheres to IRB-approved and HIPAA-compliant protocols.
• Collects and handles biospecimens, including human blood and fresh tissue, to include preparation of tissues/materials, preparing buffers, solutions, and chemicals, processing of bulk tissue for cell sorting, culture, and freezing.
• Maintains rigorous documentation and tracking of information for all patient samples and experimental procedures, while maintaining quality control.
• Provide technical knowledge and guidance. Train laboratory assistants and other personnel.

What This Job Offers

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