Postdoctoral Researcher - Dr. Jianfu Chen's Lab

Job Type

Temporary, fixed-term; one year and renewable on the recommendation of the faculty mentor and at the discretion of the dean. May be renewed up to a maximum of five years.

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate in the NIH‑funded Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology at the University of Southern California. The scholar will serve as key personnel on Dr. Jianfu Chen's research projects, participating in all laboratory activities and contributing to planning, designing, and conducting highly technical research projects. The scholar will analyze research data, provide interpretations, contribute to development of research documentation for publication, and prepare technical reports, papers, and records.

• Publication in peer‑reviewed journals in the same or related field.

• A copy of the doctoral diploma or other certification indicating satisfactory completion of the terminal degree; if not yet obtained, evidence of approved thesis and documented expected graduation date.
• The education documentation must be filed with the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.

The annual base salary for this position is $68,640.00. Compensation is determined by scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, key skills, internal equity, and funding, among other factors.

USC provides a comprehensive benefits package including robust health coverage, retirement planning resources, and other rewards designed to protect health, wealth, and future. Full details are available on the USC Benefits and Perks portal.

• Minimum Education:
  
  Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years.
• Minimum Experience:
  
  0-1 year.
• Minimum Field of Expertise:
  Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures, and analysis methods.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. For background screening policy, refer to Background Screening Policy Appendix

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