CHOC Children's · 1 month ago
Post Doctoral Fellow, Metabolic and Rare Disease Research Laboratory
Orange, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$68K/yr - $111K/yrCHOC Children's is dedicated to providing exceptional and innovative care for children's health. They are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to lead and contribute to preclinical research focused on therapeutic discovery for rare pediatric diseases, particularly lysosomal storage diseases.
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Responsibilities
Lead and contribute to cutting-edge preclinical research focused on therapeutic discovery and validation for rare pediatric diseases
Advance complex animal studies, biochemical analyses, histopathology, and therapeutic development
Investigate pediatric metabolic and genetic disorders, with a primary focus on lysosomal storage diseases (LSDs) such as mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS), Pompe disease, and Batten disease
Bridge basic science with clinical applications, emphasizing gene therapy, genome editing, and the creation of innovative preclinical models to explore emerging therapeutic strategies for these conditions
Contribute significantly to NIH- and foundation-funded research programs while supporting the mission to improve the lives of children affected by rare genetic diseases
Qualification
Required
Doctorate Degree
Able to think critically
Work independently
Manage multiple assignments
Compose written material
Work well under pressure
Problem solve
Organize and prioritize workload
Recall information with accuracy
Pay close attention to detail
Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
Provide leadership
Be assertive and consistent in enforcing policies
Work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
Lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate
Accept direction
Company
CHOC Children's
Affiliated with the University of California, Irvine, CHOC's growing pediatric healthcare system is comprised of premier facilities, leading-edge programs and services, life-saving research, healing amenities, and education and training programs designed to prepare the next generation of pediatric experts.
Founded in 1985
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2MKey Investors
Baldrick's FoundationTsao Family Foundation
2025-01-08Acquired
2023-11-21Grant
2022-06-01Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
Kimberly Cripe
President and CEO
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