Postdoctoral Scientist - Levy Lab - Digital Pathology

About the role

Join Dr. Joshua Levy's team and contribute to data-driven solutions as a Postdoctoral Scientist at Cedars-Sinai. Dr. Levy’s research focuses on implementing AI, digital pathology, and statistics in various fields of anatomic pathology. His work has resulted in the development of several computational methods, including tools that measure spatial molecular variations in tumors, which can help physicians more accurately determine the severity of patients’ disease.

Responsibilities

• Designs and performs experiments, keeping appropriate experimental records and documentation, and analyzing results with the Principal Investigator.
• May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Analyzes, interprets, summarizes, and compiles data.
• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
• Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
• May assist in the preparation of grant proposals but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
• Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
• May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.

Requirements

• A Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) degree in an area directly related to the field of research specialization.
• Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of the research project and objectives during a one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.
• Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within the area of specialization.
• Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, analysis, and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.