Postdoctoral Scientist - Svendsen Lab - Regenerative Medicine Institute (Onsite)

The Svendsen Lab at Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center, Regenerative Medicine Institute — Postdoctoral Scientist The mission of the Svendsen Laboratory is to study neurodegenerative diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Huntington’s disease (HD), spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), Parkinson’s disease (PD), and Allan‑Herndon‑Dudley syndrome (AHDS) using stem cells as a disease treatment, as well as a tool for modeling these diseases in vitro. Clive Svendsen, PhD, has significant experience in studying these diseases over the last twenty years and is merging his experience with the use of groundbreaking technologies, such as inducible pluripotent stem cells (iPSC cells). To learn more, Svendsen Research Lab | Cedars‑Sinai (cedars-sinai.edu). The Postdoctoral Scientist works independently but in close cooperation and consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists. The incumbent will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period, may develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols, and analyses and interprets data. Please note that this position is onsite. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds. Participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Design and perform experiments, keep appropriate experimental records and documentation, and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator. Analyze, interpret, summarize, and compile data. Operate and maintain equipment and instruments. Observe MD‑patient or MD‑human research subject interactions as they pertain directly to research being performed. Qualifications Education Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in the area directly related to the field of research specialization. Experience and Skills Electrophysiology or multi‑electrode array system experience. Neuroscience professional/educational background working with pluripotent stem cell derived neurons is highly preferred. Acquire thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1–5) year post‑doctoral appointment. Work independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization. Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, analysis, operation, and maintenance of specialized equipment. Scheduling flexibility including evening, weekend, and holiday rotation commitments may be necessary. Travel may be required. Function efficiently and cooperatively with a team of faculty, research associates, technicians, and students. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment. #J-18808-Ljbffr