The Project Scientist at Heeger Lab focuses on advancing research in nephrology and pancreatic diseases, including pancreatic cancer and diabetes. This role involves both independent and collaborative efforts in the lab, handling animal experiments and contributing to grant proposals, publications, and presentations. The position requires a PhD, with expertise in molecular biology and biochemistry being advantageous for driving innovative research initiatives.
Research scientists at Cedars-Sinai continually advance a new understanding of diseases, as well as new ideas and technologies for prevention and treatment. This diligence generates a steady stream of news about their transformational achievements and their benefits to healthcare.
If you're ready to be a part of breakthrough research, then we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity and apply today!
Principal Investigator, Peter Heeger, MD, is looking for a Project Scientist to join the team!
Dr. Peter Heeger is the Director of the Transplant Immunology Program. The lab group focuses mechanisms of pancreatic diseases including pancreatic cancer, diabetes, and pancreatitis. The work often involves other organs including the liver. The role requires experience in molecular and cell biology and biochemistry. The position requires use of animal experimentation to develop models of inflammation and cancer in pancreas as well as cellular and in vitro systems. Specific projects that might be undertaken by a new postdoc in this laboratory include studies of the roles of human trypsin mutants in chronic pancreatitis, of the unfolded protein response in pancreatic cancer, or on the emergence of diabetes in the context of acute and chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer. Expertise in animal models, genomics and/or proteomics especially that involving the pancreas will be advantageous.
The Project Scientist works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to make significant and creative contributions to a research or creative project in any academic field. The position may be an ongoing member of a research team or may be employed for a limited period of time to contribute high-level skills to a specific research program. This role is not required to carry out independent research or to develop an independent research reputation and do not have teaching responsibilities. Ordinarily, this position will carry out research or creative programs as well as administration of day-to-day lab operations with supervision by a member of the Professorial Series.
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Req ID : 5922Project Scientist, nephrology research, pancreatic diseases, medical research, biochemistry, molecular biology, grant proposals, cellular systems, academic research, animal models
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