Postdoctoral Researcher-Liquid Biopsy Laboratory

Postdoctoral Researcher-Liquid Biopsy Laboratory Apply now to Postdoctoral Researcher-Liquid Biopsy Laboratory Job #JPF10568 + Pathology Laboratory Medicine / David Geffen School Of Medicin / UCLA Position overview Position title: Postdoctoral Scholar Salary range: $66,737-$80,034. Salary based on experience. Application Window Open date: August 18, 2025 Most recent review date: Monday, Aug 18, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled. Final date: Tuesday, Aug 18, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled. Position description The Liquid Biopsy Laboratory (at the David Geffen School of Medicine, the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is seeking highly motivated postdoctoral researchers and scientists to join our dynamic and interdisciplinary team. Supported by the National Cancer Institute, our group brings together scientists, engineers, and physicians from UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Our mission is to develop innovative and noninvasive diagnostic tools to improve detection and monitoring of cancer, prenatal diseases, and neurodegenerative disorders. We focus on liquid biopsy components, particularly extracellular vesicles (EVs), as surrogates of disease lesions. Our strategies integrate analyses of EV biomolecular cargoes, including mRNA content, surface protein markers, and protease activity, to capture disease-specific signatures. For more information about our research, please refer to the following publications and our website: u2022 EV mRNA assay: J Exp Clin Canc Res. 2025, 44, 136; Nano Today. 2023, 48, 101746; Adv Sci. 2022, 9, e2105853; Nat Commun. 2020, 11, 4489; Adv Funct Mater. 2020, 30, 20200913; ACS Appl Mater Interfaces. 2019, 11, 13973 u2022 EV surface protein assay: Adv Sci. 2025, 12, e2414982; Drug Resist Updat. 2025, 79, 101207; Hepatology. 2023, 77, 774 u2022 EV protease activity assay: Adv Sci. 2025, e2415289; Adv Funct Mater. 2025, e2422469 u2022 Lab website: Qualifications Basic qualifications u2022 Ph.D. or minimum of 3 years of research experience in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related disciplines u2022 Strong publication record in fields such as bioanalytical chemistry, bioconjugation, and Molecular diagnostics u2022 Interests in EV biology and EV-based molecular diagnostics u2022 Hands-on experience with molecular biology methods such as qPCR, digital PCR, ELISA, Western blot, and fluorescence microscopy techniques u2022 Familiarity with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and NGS sequencing workflows u2022 Independent, self-motivated researcher with a passion for developing game-changing diagnostics u2022 Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment u2022 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Preferred qualifications u2022 Experience in collaborating with clinicians on the management and analysis of clinical samples u2022 Demonstrable experience in developing novel bioassays, especially for clinical diagnosis platform u2022 Familiarity with bioinformatics tools, such as Human Protein Atlas, UniProt, Reactome, Cytoscape, etc. u2022 Practical experience in cellular assays (e.g., clonogenic assay, cytotoxicity, and viability assays) and cell phenotyping (e.g., FACS and IHC) u2022 Hands-on experience with RNA-Seq and NGS analysis of clinical samples Application Requirements Document requirements + Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. + Cover Letter + Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form Reference requirements + 3-5 required (contact information only) Please provide the names and contact information for three references. 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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. + u201cMisconductu201d means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicantu2019s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. + UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy ( + UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties + APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment ( Job location Los Angeles, CA

Created: 2025-10-04