Principal Investigator, Dr. Stephan R. Targan is looking for a Project Scientist to join his team!

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The Inflammatory Bowel and Immunobiology Research Institute (IBIRI) is a multidisciplinary basic, translational and clinical research program devoted to discovering the causes of inflammatory bowel disease with the goal of improved treatment approaches and prevention. Dr. Stephan Targan’s research is focused on identifying the functional consequences of genetic variation, which in the context of a genetically heterogeneous disease a disease such as IBD, involves numerous biologic and molecular pathways and comprises complex relationships between the intestinal microenvironment and the immune response. The approach includes using novel human and murine experimental systems to determine the in vivo consequences of genetic abnormalities while simultaneously using ex vivo and in vivo technology to determine the biology, identify potential targets and begin to study the impact of target manipulation. We are seeking an eager Project Scientist for the challenges of examining the interactions between metabolism, immunity, and infection.

To learn more about Dr. Targan's research, please visit: Targan Research Lab | Cedars-Sinai.

The Project Scientist in IBIRI works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to make significant and creative contributions to a research or creative project relevant to understanding the role of TL1A in regulatory cell development and function. The Project Scientist will work independently to develop an independent area of research specialization with mentorship from the IBIRI Director. The Project Scientist will design experiments, refine techniques, and carry out research in a novel area of investigation. The project scientist will prepare results for presentation and publication and work toward generation of career development research funding. The Project Scientist will participate in administration of day-to-day lab operations with supervision by the Institute Director.

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Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop techniques for assessing the role of TL1A in regulatory cell development and function.
• Maintain animal colonies, develop and refine in vivo models and in vitro systems.
• Work toward translation of results to human systems.
• Develop preliminary data and submit grants for career development funding.
• Present research at national meetings.
• Participate in all IBIRI and laboratory meetings and activities.
• Preparation of grant proposals, submissions, publications, and presentations but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
• May serve as PI for certain grants as approved by supervising member of the Professorial Series.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication and presentations as author or co-author.
• Develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Designs and conducts lab experiments.
• Analyzes, interprets, summarizes, and compiles data.
• May lead or train Staff Research Associates and Research Fellows.
• Will assist in day-to-day laboratory activities
• Responsible for maintaining detailed records
• Appointees on an academic trajectory will be expected to commit a portion of their time to developing an independent range of research.
• Assists in lab experiments.

Education:

• Doctorate Degree (PhD) or highest degree in their field, required.
• Demonstrated significant, original, and creative contributions to a research or creative program or project.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification, preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified, preferred.

Experience and Skillset:

• Completion of postdoctoral appointment in area of specialization. Three (3) years as a post-doctoral fellow, preferred.
• Knowledge of PI’s area of research specialization. Demonstrated technical competency in a variety of research techniques and protocols.

Project Scientist - Targan Lab - Inflammatory Bowel and Immunobiology Research Institute

Home Dept - Gastroenterology

Academic / Research

Academic/Research,Academic/Research

Research Studies/Clinical Trials

Full-time

8 hour shift

Day

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