Research ScientistSenior Research Scientist, Translational Science
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Job Location:
Pomona, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Department of Translational Research in the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific ( COMP ) Pomona CA provides a supportive environment to the faculty and research investigators/collaborators at WesternU with facilities and scientific interactions distinguished by the accomplishments in research scholarship creativity and entrepreneurship and the mentoring of health science students graduate students and other trainees. The goal is to develop strategic translational research initiatives develop and submit interdisciplinary grant proposals and provide research and mentoring training to medical students and other health science students. We are seeking a highly talented and motivated laboratory-based Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist to join our Translational Research Team. Reporting to the Director of the Department of Translational Research in COMP the Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist will have a deep understanding immunobiology and epigenetics of inflammatory diseases in cardiovascular musculoskeletal and arthritis. The candidate on this position will design and perform experiments on the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms of the diseases. The candidate will be responsible for providing scientific and technical expertise to develop biomarkers and mechanism of action studies to further the knowledge in the area of research and advance the studies for clinical research studies. Successful applicants will enjoy working collaboratively and proactively in a muti-disciplinary research environment at WesternU demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and have a strong desire to build upon their expertise in the immunobiology and epigenetics of inflammatory diseases in cardiovascular musculoskeletal and arthritis.
Required Qualifications
1. PhD degree in Biomedical Science Cell Biology molecular biology Clinical & Translational Science Pharmacology Physiology or related discipline in Health Sciences is required 2. 1-4 years postdoctoral training in translational science 3. Thorough knowledge of cell signaling pathways pathophysiology and immunology of diseases 4. Expertise in experimental design and execution of the experiments involved in cell and molecular biology epigenetics and immunology 5. Knowledge on laboratory safety research integrity and compliance conflict of interest and governmental regulations preferred 6. Provide accurate timely responses to requested reports on the research findings and ongoing implementation of strategies to ensure compliance with rules and regulations 7. Ability to effectively interact and communicate with faculty researchers staff and students who are involved in research projects.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Evidence of published as the primary author in peer-reviewed pub-med indexed journals 2. Experience using genetic knockdown techniques (i.e. CRISPR shRNA siRNA) and Flow Cytometry is a plus. 3. Self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively 4. Demonstrates independent critical and creative thinking and a strong desire to learn surgical techniques in experimental animals new concepts and methods 5. Possess strong interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication with cross functional teams 6. Ability to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities and timelines while maintaining high attention to detail.
The Department of Translational Research in the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific ( COMP ) Pomona CA provides a supportive environment to the faculty and research investigators/collaborators at WesternU with facilities and scientific interactions distinguished by the accomplishments in research scholarship creativity and entrepreneurship and the mentoring of health science students graduate students and other trainees. The goal is to develop strategic translational research initiatives develop and submit interdisciplinary grant proposals and provide research and mentoring training to medical students and other health science students. We are seeking a highly talented and motivated laboratory-based Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist to join our Translational Research Team. Reporting to the Director of the Department of Translational Research in COMP the Research Scientist/Senior Research Scientist will have a deep understanding immunobiology and epigenetics of inflammatory diseases in cardiovascular musculoskeletal and arthritis. The candidate on this position will design and perform experiments on the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms of the diseases. The candidate will be responsible for providing scientific and technical expertise to develop biomarkers and mechanism of action studies to further the knowledge in the area of research and advance the studies for clinical research studies. Successful applicants will enjoy working collaboratively and proactively in a muti-disciplinary research environment at WesternU demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills and have a strong desire to build upon their expertise in the immunobiology and epigenetics of inflammatory diseases in cardiovascular musculoskeletal and arthritis.
Required Qualifications
1. PhD degree in Biomedical Science Cell Biology molecular biology Clinical & Translational Science Pharmacology Physiology or related discipline in Health Sciences is required 2. 1-4 years postdoctoral training in translational science 3. Thorough knowledge of cell signaling pathways pathophysiology and immunology of diseases 4. Expertise in experimental design and execution of the experiments involved in cell and molecular biology epigenetics and immunology 5. Knowledge on laboratory safety research integrity and compliance conflict of interest and governmental regulations preferred 6. Provide accurate timely responses to requested reports on the research findings and ongoing implementation of strategies to ensure compliance with rules and regulations 7. Ability to effectively interact and communicate with faculty researchers staff and students who are involved in research projects.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Evidence of published as the primary author in peer-reviewed pub-med indexed journals 2. Experience using genetic knockdown techniques (i.e. CRISPR shRNA siRNA) and Flow Cytometry is a plus. 3. Self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively 4. Demonstrates independent critical and creative thinking and a strong desire to learn surgical techniques in experimental animals new concepts and methods 5. Possess strong interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication with cross functional teams 6. Ability to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities and timelines while maintaining high attention to detail.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Machine Learning
- Python
- AI
- Bioinformatics
- C/C++
- R
- Biochemistry
- Research Experience
- Natural Language Processing
- Deep Learning
- Molecular Biology
About Company
Western University of Health Sciences, located in Pomona, CA and Lebanon, OR, is an independent nonprofit health professions university, conferring degrees in dental medicine, health sciences, medical sciences, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, phys ... View more
