Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

Keck School of Medicine

Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine

There is an exciting new opportunity at the University of Southern California for highly motivated candidates committed to developing a career in molecular biology, genomics, or epigenomics. The Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate will perform high throughput sequencing epigenomics assays (wet lab). The trainee is expected to lead multiple research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator and s/he will be a part of the collaborative research team to fight cancer. Due to the collaborative, multi-lab nature of this project, it is essential that the applicant have excellent organizational and communication skills. The postdoctoral trainees will be supported to submit their own fellowship and grant applications during their period of training.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Performing genomic and epigenomic experiments using molecular biology techniques in human cells and tissues
• Developing novel approaches to profile three-dimensional epigenome and gene/epigenetic editing
• Conducting cellular and molecular experiments for hypothesis-driven research
• Preparing presentations and publishing scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator
• Responsible for teaching techniques to other lab members

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess a PhDor be close to the completion of a PhD or DPhil in Molecular and Cellular Biology, Genetics, Biology, or in a relevant field
• Familiarity with genomic technologies is essential
• Experience with the use of antibodies (western blots, immunoprecipitations, etc.) and with standard molecular biology techniques (such as PCR amplification, DNA extraction, cloning, and gel electrophoresis)
• Experience in performing epigenomic assays (CRISPR/Cas9, DNA methylation, ChIP-, ATAC-, Hi-C) will be a plus but not required
• Ability to learn new techniques quickly and a strict attention to details of experimental protocols is required

To Apply

Send a CV to Dr. Suhn Rhie (rhie@usc.edu), from the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine and the Genomic and Epigenomic Regulation Program in the USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center Complete the Workday application

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The annual base salary range for this position is $54,080.00- $62,400.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

About University of Southern California (USC)

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