The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.
The University of Southern California School of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences is seeking a highly motivated individual for the Camarero Lab (https://mann.usc.edu/faculty/julio-a-camarero-phd/; https://keck.usc.edu/faculty-search/julio-a-camarero-palao/) to design and evaluate new combinatorial approaches for the selection of novel antagonists of protein-protein interactions (PPIs) involved in carcinogenesis. The Camarero Lab is well funded by the NIH, American Cancer Society (ACS), Melanona Research Alliance (MRA), American Lung Association (ALA) and the Ming Hsieh Foundations). This project will involve the use of protein splicing/trans-splicing for the generation of circular peptide libraries either in prokaryotic or eukaryotic cells as well as the development of genetically-encoded fluorescent and bioluminescent reporters for in vivo screening. Specific responsibilities also include planning and analysis of research studies and preparation of data for papers and grants. The candidate is also expected to assist the P.I. in managing the lab and training undergraduate and graduate students as needed.
Successful candidates should have a recent Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology or related fields. Experience in protein chemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, cell culture and/or peptide phage display is also desirable.
Interested candidates should attach a CV or resume.
The annual base salary range for this position is $66,737 - $76,576. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Minimum Education: Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology or related fields. Preferred Field of Expertise: Experience in protein chemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, cell culture and/or peptide phage display is also desirable.
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