Postdoctoral Scientist – Translational Immunology - Heeger Lab
Cedars-Sinai · Los Angeles, California
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- Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD or DDS)required
Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization, required.
from the posting - Molecular laboratory techniquesrequired
skillful in molecular and cellular laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, immune functional assays, ELISA, purification and culture of primary human cells, and single cell sequencing.
from the posting - Flow cytometryrequired
skillful in molecular and cellular laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, immune functional assays, ELISA, purification and culture of primary human cells, and single cell sequencing.
from the posting - ELISArequired
skillful in molecular and cellular laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, immune functional assays, ELISA, purification and culture of primary human cells, and single cell sequencing.
from the posting - Primary cell culturerequired
purification and culture of primary human cells
from the posting - Single cell sequencingrequired
single cell sequencing
from the posting - Written communication skillsrequired
strong written and oral communication skills, be highly motivated, independent, intellectually creative, and function well as part of a team.
from the posting - Oral communication skillsrequired
strong written and oral communication skills, be highly motivated, independent, intellectually creative, and function well as part of a team.
from the posting - Teamworkrequired
function well as part of a team
from the posting - Laboratory equipment operationrequired
Demonstrated ability to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis, and operation of specialized equipment.
from the posting - Safety standards knowledgerequired
Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of equipment.
from the posting - Background in Immunologypreferred
Dr. Heeger is particularly interested in candidates with a professional background in immunology and transplantation immunobiology.
from the posting - Bioinformaticspreferred
Bioinformatics experience is a plus.
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Join the Research Team of Peter Heeger, MD at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center!
Dr. Peter Heeger is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to join his translational immunology research laboratory focused on improving outcomes for patients receiving life-saving organ transplants.
About the Lab
Organ transplantation is the preferred treatment for end-stage organ failure, yet long-term graft survival remains limited, and the immunosuppressive therapies required to prevent rejection can significantly impact patients' health and quality of life.
Our research integrates basic immunology, translational science, and clinical investigation to develop biomarker-guided, personalized approaches that improve transplant outcomes. By combining mechanistic studies with innovative clinical trials, we aim to reduce rejection, minimize medication-related complications, and promote long-term graft function and patient well-being.
The laboratory has made important discoveries linking the complement system with T-cell and B-cell immune responses, identifying novel therapeutic targets for preventing and treating transplant rejection and other immune-mediated diseases.
As part of an active, NIH-funded research program, the team is leading multiple clinical trials in kidney, heart, and lung transplantation, using advanced proteomic, transcriptomic, and immune profiling technologies to understand mechanisms underlying patient outcomes and to develop next-generation precision transplant therapies.
About the Role
Dr. Heeger is particularly interested in candidates with a professional background in immunology and transplantation immunobiology.
Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientist, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. The incumbent may develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. The incumbent analyzes, interprets data, and may assist in the preparation of grant proposals. This position participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author, but is not responsible for generating grant funding.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a scientist interested in translational immunology, biomarker discovery, and precision medicine in organ transplantation. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of translational transplantation research in a highly collaborative environment. The successful candidate will gain experience spanning fundamental immunology, biomarker discovery, translational science, and NIH-funded clinical research, while contributing to innovations that have the potential to improve the lives of transplant recipients worldwide.
Researchers who are passionate about advancing precision medicine, immune regulation, and transplantation biology are encouraged to apply.
Please visit the lab website for more information.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Designs and performs experiments.
- Maintains appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator.
- Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
- Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
Qualifications
Education:
- Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization, required.
- We are seeking recent graduates with a doctoral degree and a strong background in Immunology, Molecular Biology, and/or Cellular Biology.
Experience and Skills:
- The candidate should be skillful in molecular and cellular laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, immune functional assays, ELISA, purification and culture of primary human cells, and single cell sequencing.
- Bioinformatics experience is a plus.
- The candidate must have strong written and oral communication skills, be highly motivated, independent, intellectually creative, and function well as part of a team.
- Candidates will be expected to contribute to ongoing projects and expand novel independent research projects in collaborative research environment.
- Acquires complete technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.
- Demonstrated ability to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis, and operation of specialized equipment.
- Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of equipment.
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