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Job Description Are you looking to contribute to groundbreaking research? Come be a part of our team! Cedars-Sinai is an international leader in biomedical research, we translate discoveries into successful treatments with global impact. Dr. James Kirkland, MD, PhD is looking for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join a diverse team! The Center for Advanced Gerotherapeutics co-directed by Dr. James Kirkland, MD, PhD and Dr. Tamar Tchkonia, PhD, is seeking a Postdoctoral Scientist to provide research expertise in senescence cells, Downs Syndrome, and early onset Alzheimer?s Disease to enhance collaborations and support laboratory projects related to Downs Syndrome supported by benefactor funding. About the Role Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex procedures throughout training period. The incumbent may develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols. The team member analyzes and interprets data, may assist in preparation of grant proposals, and participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. This position is not responsible for generating grant funds. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Designs and performs experiments. Will keep 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. May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed. Qualifications Education: Doctorate degree (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization. Experience: Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization. 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 and maintenance of specialized equipment. About Us Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow’s health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents. About the Team Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most. Req ID : 10645 Working Title : Postdoctoral Scientist – Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Department : Research – Endocrinology Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category : Academic / Research Job Specialty : Postdoctoral Scholar Overtime Status : EXEMPT Primary Shift : Day Shift Duration : 8 hour Base Pay : $62,400.00 – $93,600.00