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PostDoctoralAssociate

$55–65k Pasadena, California, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Post-Doctoral Associate. Skills: neural crest, placode cells, chick models, mouse models. Design and execute experiments. Analyze and interpret experimental data”

What You'll Achieve.

contribute to studies of neural crest and placode cells; support the training of undergraduate and graduate students; contribute to the day-to-day operations of the laboratory; contribute to advancing the lab’s scientific objectives

Industry & Context.

Eligibility Requirements

lifting and moving of moderately weighted goods (20-50 lbs.), operating tissue culture cell tanks, utilizing hazardous chemicals, compressed gases, maneuver, handle, or feel objects, tools, or instrument controls, prolonged periods of standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, accessing necessary tools and objects, operate a computer, utilize devices and make observations from diverse angles of perception, adjusting exploratory and imaging devices, work in conditions with fluctuating temperatures, spaces up to 83 F for extended periods, background check, employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9)

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Ph.D. in cell biology, developmental biology, or a closely related field, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both independent and collaborative research environments, Foundational experience in laboratory-based research, biochemistry assays, immunoblotting, molecular biology techniques, cloning, histology, immunohistochemistry, embryological techniques, cell culture methods

Nice to Have

advanced or specialized techniques, Confocal microscopy, Mouse handling and colony management, Expanded molecular and biomechanical methodologies, Breadth of experience across multiple experimental platforms relevant to developmental biology

What You'll Do.

Design and execute experiments

Analyze and interpret experimental data

Prepare manuscripts for publication

Maintain accurate laboratory records

Support and mentor students

Contribute to daily laboratory operations

Apply and maintain proficiency in techniques

Assist with mouse handling

Engage collaboratively with PI

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Engage collaboratively with the PI and research team to advance project goals and timelines; Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both independent and collaborative research environments

Communication Scope

interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

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