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University of Southern California · 1 month ago

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

positionLos Angeles, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$62K/yr - $67K/yr
date0+ years exp

The University of Southern California is a leader in neuroimaging and informatics research. They are seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to conduct spatial transcriptomics experiments to investigate neuronal cell types impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

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Responsibilities

Perform MERFISH spatial transcriptomics experiments using the lab’s state-of-the-art MERSCOPE platform in mouse and post-mortem human tissue samples

Qualification

TranscriptomicsAlzheimer’s diseaseSingle-cell analysisProject managementResearch skillsComputer/software skillsCommunication skillsOrganization skills

Required

Minimum Education: PHD
Minimum experience: 0-1 year
Field of Expertise: transcriptomics, brain cell types, Alzheimer's disease
Skills: Analysis Assessment/evaluation
Skills: Communication -- written and oral skills
Skills: Organization Planning
Skills: Project management
Skills: Research
Skills: Strong computer/software skills
Minimum education: PhD or equivalent doctorate within previous three years
Minimum field of expertise: Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods

Company

University of Southern California

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University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
dateFounded in 1880
location
Los Angeles, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.usc.edu

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$19.64M
Key Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant

Leadership Team

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David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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