289 Research jobs

Provides selected data management and analysis activities for a variety of projects in support of the Department and/or Division. Essential Responsibilities: Assist in the development, review and revision of analytic protocols for projects; create analytic files. Use relevant statistical software (e.g., SAS, STATA and/or R) to merge multiple, large databases including SEER-Medicare, and other complex claims-based data to meet the analysis goals. Carry out and conduct statistical analyses of large and small databases using relevant statistical software (e.g., SAS, STATA and/or R). Create tables and figures that accurately reflect the results of the analysis. Assist in the design and management of data storage using REDCap, Access, Excel and/or other relevant data management applications. Serve as a resource and help answer programming questions for Division's trainees and staff at the discretion of the Principal Investigator. Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in...

Under supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Records test results, calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using basic statistics. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography. Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. May write standard operating procedures for documentation and make informal presentations of these procedures to others in the lab. Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned. Due to...

The Translational Research Assistant functions in the dual capacities of basic research and clinical research. Conducts and records test results for a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Records test results, calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using basic statistics. Responsible for screening patients for participation in clinical trials, enrolling patients onto these studies, monitoring protocol implementation, completing required forms and reporting results. Works closely with other clinical research staff. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography. Recruits and enrolls patients for participation in clinical trials according to study protocols. Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains...

Responsible for screening research subjects for participation in clinical research projects, enrolling research subjects onto these studies, monitoring protocol implementation, completing required forms and reporting results. Works closely with other clinical research staff. Essential Responsibilities: Independently or in conjunction with other clinical research staff and/or research nurse, recruits and enrolls research subjects onto clinical research projects according to study protocols. May assess research subjects' eligibility for inclusion in a particular protocol based on contracts with physicians and nurses and knowledge of the protocol. Checks all eligibility and ineligibility criteria with the research subjects' medical record. Verifies information with clinical research nurse and/or principal investigator. Discusses informed consent with research subjects. Interacts with research subjects prior to entering the study and throughout the entire treatment. Assists with...

Under supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Records test results, calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using basic statistics. Department Specific Job Responsibilities: Uses biomechanical engineering techniques such as mechanical testing, in vivo measurements, computer programming, and others to gather data for ongoing studies. With supervision, uses databases, summarizes data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. May write standard operating procedures for documentation and make informal presentations of these procedures to others in the lab. Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern...

Responsible for screening research subjects for participation in clinical research projects, enrolling research subjects onto these studies, monitoring protocol implementation, completing required forms and reporting results. Works closely with other clinical research staff. Essential Responsibilities: Independently or in conjunction with other clinical research staff and/or research nurse, recruits and enrolls research subjects onto clinical research projects according to study protocols. May assess research subjects' eligibility for inclusion in a particular protocol based on contracts with physicians and nurses and knowledge of the protocol. Checks all eligibility and ineligibility criteria with the research subjects' medical record. Verifies information with clinical research nurse and/or principal investigator. Discusses informed consent with research subjects. Interacts with research subjects prior to entering the study and throughout the entire treatment. Assists with...

Responsibilities UCLA's Jonssson Comprehensive Cancer Center is a multidisciplinary matrix organization at UCLA and an integral member of a network of 69 comprehensive cancer centers through the United States that are mandated by federal legislation and supported by the National Cancer Institute. The UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center has been designated “comprehensive” by the National Cancer Institute since 1976. The NCI granted UCLA gold-star comprehensive status for maintaining the highest standards of excellence in research, education and patient care. The newly formed Cancer Data Sciences group at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and UCLA Jonsson Cancer Centre is seeking a Scientific Research Associate. The successful candidate will have at least 15 years experience as a senior scientific research associate or laboratory manager, or equivalent, focused on cancer genomics and functional biology. They will have experience setting up new research laboratories,...

Responsibilities Incumbent will develop new techniques and models to study targeting signal transduction and metabolism in cancer. Collect, process and archive biological samples. Perform molecular biology (DNA, RNA isolation, qPCR), biochemistry and cell culture techniques. Independently analyze experimental results and maintain detailed records of experiments. Design, perform, analyze, and troubleshoot imaging experiments, including microPET/CT and bioluminescence. Assist with animal handling, injections, tissue harvests, autopsies, and irradiation. Establish and maintain patient-derived tumor xenograft library. Additional duties will include general lab maintenance responsibilities. Maintain inventory and place orders for laboratory supplies/equipment. Arrange for periodic maintenance of laboratory equipment. Perform periodic surveys for radioactive contamination and hazardous chemicals contamination and file appropriate reports. Maintain updated radiation safety, chemical...

Physicist is responsible for the quality control program in the Radiation Therapy Department, including calibration of all equipment, chart checks, radiation safety functions and maintaining all records related to such activities and assisting the Dosimetrist in treatment planning.

The successful candidate is expected to work as an integral part of the hospital oncology treatment team as well as communicating with the physics group as a whole. Responsibilities include treatment planning, chart review, and accelerator quality assurance in accordance with the report of AAPM TG-142. Occasionally, participation in LDR prostate seed implants is required. In addition, participation in physics meetings (weekly) and continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives with the support of the physics group is expected. Experience with some or all of the following equipment is desirable: Varian TrueBeam accelerators, Eclipse and BrainLab iPlan treatment planning systems, Aria record and verify system, BrainLab ExacTrac, Variseed prostate LDR treatment planning system, Nucletron Oncentra Brachy planning system, and Sun Nuclear QA equipment (MapCheck2, Daily QA3, 1D Phantom). Proficiency with additional Physics QA equipment and software (OmniPro Accept, Blue Phantom, Lucy...

Under general supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine and specialized laboratory experiments using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques to gain deeper understanding of HIV pathophysiology. Essential Responsibilities: Basic cell and molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA/protein isolation, Western blot analysis, mammalian cell culture, proliferation and cell death assays, cloning, transfection/electroporation of plasmids or siRNAs, confocal microscopy, PCR, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, ELISA and experimental reagent preparation. HIV replication studies and titering. Isolation and culture of human immune cells. Conduct experiments using BSL-2 and BSL-2+ practices and procedures Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests which may include DNA sequencing, gene cloning, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, northern blotting; synthesizes and interprets results. May assist with planning specific research...

Responsible for screening patients for participation in clinical trials, enrolling patients onto these studies, monitoring protocol implementation, completing required forms and reporting results. Essential Responsibilities: Assesses potential patients' eligibility for inclusion in a particular protocol based on contracts with physicians and nurses and knowledge of the protocol. Recruits and enrolls patients onto clinical trials according to study protocols. Checks all eligibility and ineligibility criteria with patients' medical record. Verifies information with clinical research nurse and/or principal investigator. Discusses informed consent with patients. Documents any adverse events that occur. Interacts with patients prior to entering the study and throughout the entire treatment. Assists with scheduling appointments and follow up tests. Monitors strict adherence to protocols by physicians, nurses and patients. Reviews protocol requirements with physicians, nurses and...

A Research Student will be trained through a mentor in the principles, conduct and interpretation of research in conjunction with a related or unrelated educational program. Essential Responsibilities: Learns and conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, and/or chromatography. Learns and uses standard research equipment such as microscopes, incubators, autoclaves, centrifuges. Collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. Attends Medical Center lectures regarding all safety requirements/conditions. Attends courses, lectures, and conferences to further own knowledge of research. May perform literature searches and library...

Under supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Records test results, calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using basic statistics. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography. Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. May write standard operating procedures for documentation and make informal presentations of these procedures to others in the lab. Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned. Due to...

Under supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine experiments using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Records test results, calculates, transcribes, and analyzes data using basic statistics. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts routine tests following established procedures, which may include assays, DNA sequencing, tissue culture, protein purification, Southern blotting, PCR analysis, electrophoresis, chromatography. Researches and collects basic study data through monitoring devices and maintains daily logs/basic records of methodologies and test results. With supervision, using databases, may summarize data and interpret results using descriptive statistics and basic hypothesis testing. May write standard operating procedures for documentation and make informal presentations of these procedures to others in the lab. Performs literature searches and library investigations as they relate to the research and/or as assigned. Due to...

Under direction of the principal investigator, works independently performing a wide range of routine and specialized laboratory tests using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Develops modifications of existing techniques, as appropriate. With advanced knowledge, responsible for a sophisticated level of problem solving, trouble shooting and analysis. Essential Responsibilities: Functions as a principal technical specialist for a research laboratory or for a specific research project. Functions as an internal consultant and as a resource to other labs both internally and externally. Performs and devises specialized tests and research procedures, troubleshooting problems of own and other researchers' results. Conducts broad range of experiments involving advanced technology. Participates in the design of experimental protocols to achieve the objective of the research project. May prioritize work and assign work to lower-level technical personnel. May instruct...

Under limited supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Performs lab procedures with speed, precision, and understanding of theory behind tests and procedures. Performs Level II responsibilities with a higher level of problem resolution, analytical ability, self-direction, and expertise. Essential Responsibilities: Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests which may include genotyping, qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, tissue culture; synthesizes and interprets results. May operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment such as plate reader, thermocyclers, bright field microscope, etc. Using analytical abilities and sound judgment, makes decisions regarding the reliability and accuracy of results, repeating procedures when necessary. May assist with planning specific research procedures and coordinating schedules of tests...

Under general supervision of the principal investigator, conducts a variety of routine and specialized laboratory tests using molecular, cell biology and/or biochemistry techniques. Performs lab procedures with speed, precision, and understanding of theory behind tests and procedures. Performs Level I responsibilities with a higher level of problem resolution, analytical ability, and self-direction. Essential Responsibilities: Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests which may include genotyping, qPCR, Western blotting, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, tissue culture; synthesizes and interprets results. May operate and maintain moderate to complex lab equipment plate reader, thermocyclers, bright field microscope, etc. Using analytical abilities and sound judgment, makes decisions regarding the reliability and accuracy of results, repeating procedures when necessary. May assist with planning specific research procedures and coordinating schedules of tests and procedures May...

Oversees and coordinates the administrative functions that support a research program. Essential Responsibilities: Serve as the administrative resource and liaison for the program, interacting with all levels of personnel, both internal and external. Develop, organize and implement administrative processes and systems to ensure the smooth flow of operations. Plan and organize program events, including publicity, agenda, invitations, speakers, presentation materials, schedule travel arrangements, and process reimbursements. Monitor the program budget and accounts. Authorize, monitor and report all expense items. Assists with grant submissions, preparation of annual progress reports, and expense accounting for the grant. Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required in Life Sciences. Master's degree preferred. 1-3 years related work experience required. Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may...

The Clinical Trials Specialist is responsible for implementing; managing; and overseeing the recruiting, screening and enrolling of subjects for participation in multiple clinical trials to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional guidelines. Financial responsibilities include preparing budgets, overseeing the grant application process and monitoring expenses for all protocols. Additional duties include overseeing the progress of protocols and planning and prioritizing the work of the Clinical Research Staff. Department Specific Job Responsibilities: Ensure schedules follow-up, and completion of research protocols progress as planned. Interacts and collaborates with sponsors, performance sites, local IRB, Office of Sponsored Research, or Clinical Trials Office to address operational/logistical issues as needed in order to assure successful conduct of clinical trials Attends and assist in the preparation of DSMB and investigator meetings Assists Principal...