Ellison Medical Institute · 2 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$71K/yr - $98K/yr
4+ years expEllison Medical Institute is a medical research and development center focused on innovative cancer care and health improvement. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will play a crucial role in technology development and therapeutic research, leveraging immunology expertise to advance understanding of T cell activation and contribute to therapeutic development efforts.
Biotechnology
Responsibilities
Design and Execute T Cell Activation Experiments: Plan, perform, and interpret T cell activation studies using novel imaging-based approaches, including optimization of activation conditions and functional readouts
Develop and Validate Imaging Assays: Lead the refinement, qualification, and validation of imaging-based assays to interrogate immune cell behavior in both research and translational settings
Integrate Multimodal Data: Synthesize imaging data with flow cytometry, molecular, and functional assay outputs to build a comprehensive understanding of T cell activation and function
Analyze High-Dimensional Datasets: Independently analyze complex datasets and collaborate with engineering and data science teams to enhance data quality, throughput, and interpretability
Serve as Immunology Subject-Matter Expert: Provide scientific leadership in assay design, troubleshooting, and experimental execution across multiple programs
Drive Experimental Optimization and Reproducibility: Perform root-cause analyses to identify technical or biological sources of variability and implement strategies to improve robustness and reproducibility
Lead Projects from Concept to Milestones: Define and execute project plans with clear objectives, timelines, and success metrics to advance program goals
Document and Communicate Scientific Results: Maintain detailed experimental records, contribute to SOPs and validation documentation, and present findings to internal and external stakeholders
Collaborate and Contribute Scientifically: Partner with cross-functional teams and clinical collaborators, contributing to publications, presentations, and scientific discussions that shape platform and assay development
Qualification
Required
PhD in Immunology, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pathology, Translational Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, or related field or MD with substantial research experience in a relevant discipline
4–6 years of hands-on immunology research experience (including doctoral training), with demonstrated expertise in T cell biology and activation
Proven track record designing and executing cellular assays, analyzing complex datasets, and contributing to experimental strategy in fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary research environments
Strong hands-on experience with T cell activation assays and core immunological techniques (e.g., flow cytometry, cytokine measurements). Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and interpret quantitative biological experiments with rigor and reproducibility
Experience analyzing complex biological datasets; effective collaboration with engineers, data scientists, and clinicians; and proficiency in experimental troubleshooting, documentation, and scientific reporting. Ability to work both independently and as part of multidisciplinary teams, with excellent communication and organizational skills
Benefits
Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Ellison Medical Institute
Formerly known as the Ellison Institute of Technology Los Angeles, the Ellison Medical Institute strives to spark innovation, leverage technology, and drive interdisciplinary, patient-centered research to continually enhance health, reimagine and redefine cancer care, and transform lives.
51-200 employees
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