Assistant Specialist Apply now to Assistant Specialist Job #JPF09840 + Orthopedic Surgery / David Geffen School Of Medicin / UCLA Position overview Salary range: 61,300-68,300 Application Window Open date: September 13, 2024 Next review date: Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date. Position description The Soragni laboratory in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at UCLA, is recruiting a highly motivated Specialist with expertise in 3D cell culture models. The Soragni lab focuses on the development of three­ dimensional models to study tumor biology and perform high-throughput drug screenings for personalized medicine. This one-year position (with possibility for renewal) is suitable for individuals with a minimum of a Bachelor degree and 2 years of previous research experience who are looking to gain further research skills in order to apply to grad school or med school. This research project is focused on establishing and characterizing 3D models of rare and ultrarare cancers, sarcomas in particular, to investigate tumor heterogeneity and develop co-culture models. The candidate will process primary samples, establish organoids and perform detailed molecular and functional characterizations to investigate the emergence of drug resistance in organoid models. A high-throughput drug screening will be performed on the established models and co-culture models to identify drug candidates. The candidate is also expected to work closely with other group members and train students and colleagues. He/she will also contribute to laboratory management tasks including lab safety and ordering. Appointees in the Specialist series will be expected to engage in specialized research, professional activities and do not have teaching responsibilities. Specialists are expected to use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions, and may participate in University and Public Service. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. Required skills: Expertise in cell culture and organoid systems, familiarity with biochemical approaches and microscopy. Must have a B.S. in Biology or a related discipline and at least 2 years of previous research experience. Preferred skills: Excellent interpersonal skills. Experience with 3D culture methodologies. Qualifications Basic qualifications Expertise in cell culture and organoid systems, familiarity with biochemical approaches and microscopy. Must have a B.S. in Biology or a related discipline and at least 2 years of previous research experience. Preferred qualifications Excellent interpersonal skills. Experience with 3D culture methodologies. Application Requirements Document requirements + Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. + Cover Letter (Optional) + Statement of Research (Optional) + Statement of Teaching (Optional) + Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate’s past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our EDI Statement FAQ document, and Sample EDI Statements. + Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form + Misc / Additional (Optional) Reference requirements Applicants may be asked for references at a later time. Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09840 Help contact: cristinagomez@mednet.ucla.edu About UCLA As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy, please visit https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/\_files/apm/apm-035.pdf. For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination. Job location Los Angeles, CA