Research Administrator Jobs

Associate/Assistant or Professor of Clinical Pediatrics (Division of Hematology/Oncology)-CHLA – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Hematology-Oncology, are actively seeking a full-time faculty member for the Transplantation and Cellular Therapy (TCT) Section. In this position, he/she is expected to spend time providing clinical care of patients in the TCT section, performing clinical research and teaching residents, nurses, NPs, and fellows. The position includes an academic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine at the level of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, appropriate to training and experience.CHLA and USC are equal opportunity, affirmative action employers. The division greatly values diversity and is committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.For inquiries:Neena Kapoor, MDInterim Section Head, Transplantation & Cellular TherapyDirector, Transplantation and Cellular Therapy LaboratoryDivision of Hematology-OncologyChildren’s Hospital Los AngelesProfessor of PediatricsKeck School of MedicineUniversity of Southern CaliforniaEmail: nkapoor@chla.usc.edu

Assistant Professor of Clinical Urology-Bakersfield – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 Department of Urology in the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is recruiting at the Assistant Professor of Clinical Urology level, a General Urologist.  The primary location of the position will be in Bakersfield California.  Qualified candidates will be involved in the care of general urology patients.  Minimum requirements for this position are; must poses a Medical Doctor (or equivalent) degree, be urology board eligible and have an active California Medical License.The position offers a competitive salary with excellent university benefits and an academic appointment at the USC Keck School of Medicine appropriate to the level of training and experience.  USC values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply.

Clinical Instructor of Surgery (Clinician Educator) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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.JOB SUMMARYAssists in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of the medical student simulation curriculum throughout Years I-IV at Keck School of Medicine.  Reports directly to the Associate Dean for Simulation Education and collaborates closely with the Associate Dean for Curriculum at KSOM.  Responsible for direct teaching of procedural skills, the coordination of skills related activities and the alignment of skills related activities with the overall competency based school-wide curriculum.  Works closely with the Deans of Simulation and Curriculum to ensure that all medical student simulation needs are being met.JOB QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Education:Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or a health related field and/orPhysician Assistant CertificationMinimum Field of Expertise:Current and valid California State RN/PA-C LicenseCertificate in Basic Life SupportPreferred Education:Master’s Degree in nursing, education or a health related field.Certificate from a BRN approved nurse practitioner programCertificate from a PA-C approved physician assistant programJOB ACCOUNTABILITIESTeaching:Provide direct teaching for select skills lab sessions (i.e. suture lab, procedural skills labs, student interest group labs, ICM Focused experiences) Serves as key resource for simulation program related schedules, activities and assignments. Assist faculty members to develop and coordinate various skills sessions and workshops. Meet with medical students individually and provide formative feedback on skills performance. Respond to specific deficiencies in the area of skill development.Implement remediation of basic clinical skills as needed.Curriculum DevelopmentWorks closely with the Deans of Simulation and Curriculum to determine the most effective ways to integrate simulation into the longitudinal curriculum. Assists with the development of the goals, objectives, syllabi and other course materials for student simulation courses. Performs needs assessments with medical students to determine gaps in simulation curriculum as needed. Stays current with national simulation guidelines and suggests courses/revisions as necessary. Contributes to the development of information systems and platforms to enhance student performance and evaluation. Assists with the evaluation of teaching and learning effectiveness for skills acquisition. Creates evaluation summaries for skills sessions and provides faculty and residents with a summary of evaluation data.AdministrativeInterfaces as needed with clerkship directors, system chairs, faculty, residents, staff and Dean’s Office regarding medical student simulation curriculum. Responds to specific problems or difficulties in the area of medical student clinical skills deficiencies.Communicates with students, faculty, residents and staff regarding students’ skills performance. Is available to give tours and information about the simulation programs at USC to medical student applicants. Gathers, organizes and summarizes skills data as requested by Deans and faculty. Attends curriculum committee meetings as assigned (Year I/II and III/IV Curriculum Committees). Researches and identifies new simulation technology as it relates to the medical student curriculum.Meets with industry partners to review new market simulators and/or partial task trainers. Oversees medical student equipment supply and inventory. Initiates supply orders for medical student courses and obtains approval for request. Performs annual inventory of all equipment, upgrades and supplies. Assists with ACS Accreditation Site visit preparation and tour.Professional DevelopmentParticipate in ongoing simulation research studies within the curriculum including data collection, proposal preparation and data entry. Establish and maintain appropriate professional network.Maintains currency with professional/regulatory organizations.The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery (Acute Care Surgery) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 (USC) Department of Surgery is recruiting acute care surgeons to practice general surgery, emergency surgery, and surgical critical care at Keck Hospital of USC and Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center, both in Los Angeles.  We seek faculty at the Assistant or Associate Professor level who are BC/BE in general surgery and have obtained added qualifications (BC/BE) in critical care from the American Board of Surgery.  Departmental (joint) appointments and additional clinical activity will be determined on an individual basis.  Demonstrated interest in teaching or research is required; the ideal candidate will have a history of scholarship and evidence of recognition in the field of acute care surgery and critical care.  Faculty will collaborate as part of a multi-professional acute care surgery team on a broad range of initiatives that include performance improvement, informatics, tele-medicine, global health, engineering, and business.  Leadership and excellent interpersonal skills are essential.Apply here and upload CV, 3 references and a letter of interest.  For further inquiries, contact: Perren Cobb, MD, FACS, FCCM, Service Chief, Acute Care Surgery, and Director, Surgical Critical Care, Keck Hospital of USC, and Professor of Clinical Surgery & Anesthesiology, Keck School of Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA, jpcobb@usc.edu, phone 323-442-6878.The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery (Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 Department of Surgery at University of Southern California is seeking a full time, academic, surgeon for the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Expected clinical responsibilities will focus upon microsurgical breast reconstruction and lymphedema, as well as general reconstructive surgery. Leadership in a lymphedema treatment center will be an essential part of these responsibilities. Clinical or basic science research production will also be expected, and adequate resources will be provided. The position will also involve primary education of students, residents and fellows, and leadership and experience in surgical education will be expected.The annual base salary range for this position is $400,000-$450,000.  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.USC has a proven track record of caring for diverse populations of patients, and the clinical and educational mission of the program includes addressing health care disparities.The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Associate or Professor of Clinical Pediatrics Echocardiology Director-CHLA – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Cardiology, are actively seeking a full-time faculty member at the level of Associate or Full Professor of Clinical Pediatrics. This position will fulfil the role of Director of Echocardiography at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and Keck School of Medicine. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree and have demonstrated scholarly, clinical, and teaching capabilities. Candidates must be board certified or board eligible in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics and be eligible for medical licensure in the State of California. Candidates will have already completed an ACGME accredited 3-year fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology, with additional relevant training and leadership experience in Pediatric Echocardiography.Candidates should be academically committed to the field of pediatric echocardiography, and non-invasive imaging in general.  Demonstrated leadership excellence in this field is an essential requirement, with attributed prior development of the facilities staffing and other resources of a highly functioning echocardiography service at a tertiary care pediatric and congenital heart disease deemed to be pre-eminent. Relevant additional areas of experience include 3D/4D echocardiography, exercise echocardiography, and quantitative methods of cardiac evaluation (including deformation/strain analysis and evaluation of diastolic function). Candidates should also demonstrate a rigorous academic focus—ideally with a history of research/investiga­tional pursuits and publications in peer-reviewed journals—and a clear intention and well-defined plan for continued research, publication, and teaching throughout their careers.Since the successful candidate will assume attending physician responsibilities for echocardiographic service delivery on inpatients and outpatients, as well as developing the research capabilities of the echocardiography laboratory at CHLA/KSOM, clinical expertise in the performance and interpretation of pediatric transthoracic, transesophageal, and/or fetal echocardiography is essential.This position will also include general clinical cardiology duties including rotation in the regular inpatient service, as well as outpatient cardiology responsibilities. The preferred candidate should therefore have a broad exposure to, and familiarity with the assessment of newborns, infants and children in an inpatient setting, and also be familiar with general pediatric cardiology outpatient concerns, including post-operative follow up following surgical repair of congenital heart disease. Provision of didactic teaching to fellows, residents, medical students and nurses is expected. Night and weekend on-call responsibilities will be shared on a rotating basis with other faculty members in the division.The annual base salary range for this position is $116,505 -$417,709. 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. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for pediatric cardiac  care on the U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals List. We are a recognized leader in state-of-the-art evaluation, diagnosis and treatment for all forms of heart disease. As a core component of the hospital’s Heart Institute, our division offers expertise in all major areas of cardiology, with nationally-recognized subspecialists in all major areas. Children are referred to us for care from across the western United States and Pacific Rim countries.Academic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine is available at a level appropriate to training and experience. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CHLA and USC greatly values diversity and is committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.

Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Practitioner) CHLA – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) in the Department of Pediatrics in the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition are actively seeking a full-time faculty member for the position of Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (Practitioner)The growth in our clinical volume demand for pediatric gastroenterology care in general and specifically in the program of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EOE) as well as the need to support ongoing education activities within the division Requirements:California Medical LicenseBoard certification in PediatricsBoard certified/eligible in Pediatric GastroenterologyThe annual base salary range for this position is $95,904-$325,712.  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.Apply here and for further inquiries, contact:Rohit Kohli, MBBS, MS, FAASLD, NASPGHAN-FChief, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and NutritionDirector, The George Donnell Society for Pediatric ScientistsAssociates  Endowed Chair in Liver and Intestinal Researchat Children’s Hospital Los AngelesClinical Scholar and Professor of Pediatrics, at Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California 4650 Sunset Blvd., MS #78Los Angeles, CA  90027Tel: 323-361-5924Fax: 323-361-3718E-mail: rokohli@chla.usc.eduAcademic appointment through USC Keck School of Medicine is available at a level appropriate to training and experience. USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CHLA and USC greatly values diversity and are committed to building a vibrant and culturally diverse community of faculty that best reflects the patients and families that we serve. Individuals from underrepresented groups in medicine are especially encouraged to apply.

Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute and Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (INI, www.ini.usc.edu) are world leaders in the development of advanced computational and scientific approaches for the comprehensive mapping of brain structure and function. LONI’s unique multidisciplinary environment and cutting edge resources allow for integration of clinical, psychological and genotypic information with neuroimaging phenotypes for research questions in neurology, psychiatry and developmental neurobiology.The Bienkowski Lab at the USC Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute is focused on understanding the multiscale organization of the brain in health and disease. The lab uses cutting-edge technology (3D microscopy imaging and spatial transcriptomics) to investigate genetic, anatomical, and functional features of neuronal cell types in both rodent and human brain tissue. Our goal is to develop innovative tools and resources to help scientists better translate laboratory research into applied clinical treatments. We are looking to hire a Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate to investigate characteristics of neuronal cell types and how they are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. The Postdoctoral Scholar – Research Associate will perform MERFISH spatial transcriptomics experiments using the lab’s state-of-the-art MERSCOPE platform in mouse and post-mortem human tissue samples. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in the analysis of single-cell transcriptomic datasets and is eager to learn and develop new spatial transcriptomics approach to their research. This position is partially supported by a NIH-funded T32 postdoctoral training fellowship for Training for the Multiscale and Multimodal Analysis of Biomarkers in Alzheimer’s disease (T32 AG058507).Preferred Qualifications:Minimum Education: PHDField of Expertise: transcriptomics, brain cell types, Alzheimer’s diseaseSkills:Analysis Assessment/evaluationCommunication — written and oral skillsOrganization PlanningProject managementResearchStrong computer/software skillsThe annual base salary range for this position is $62,400 – $67,000. 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: PhD or equivalent doctorate within previous three years

Minimum experience: 0-1 year. Analysis, assessment/evaluation, communication – written and oral skills, organization, planning, problem identification and resolution, project management, research

Minimum field of expertise: Directly related education in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods.

Clinical Instructor of Neurological Surgery (Fellow) Vascular – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 Department of Neurosurgery is looking for an outstanding board eligible Neurosurgeon for an open vascular fellowship.  The candidate will be neurosurgery trained.  This position is for a Clinical Instructor (Fellow) Open Vascular in Neurosurgery.The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the education of medical students and residents in the areas of Neurosurgery open vascular care.The successful candidate will develop and/or continue a record of scholarly accomplishment and participate in and/or develop research programs. The candidate will also participate in professional, public and university service appropriate to the fellowship.The annual base salary for this position is $100,000.  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.Apply here and upload CV and 3 references. For further inquiries, p William Mack, M.D.Chair, Department of Neurology, Keck School of Medicine of USC1200 North State St.Suite 3300Los Angeles, CA 90033Email: kguzman@usc.eduThe University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Nurse Practitioner – Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences (Practitioner) – (Los Angeles, California, United States)

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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. This is a full-time clinical faculty position with an academic appointment in the Department of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and clinical service assignments at Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Services at University Park Campus (UPC). Salary is competitive, and contingent on experience. A generous benefits package includes health insurance, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, tuition assistance, professional days, a stipend for professional development, the ability to earn continuing education credits through our Grand Rounds series, and more (information about benefits can be found here).Description of PBHS@UPCLocated in a contemporary state-of-the-art facility in the Engemann Student Health Center on USC’s University Park Campus, the practice serves USC students who require intensive or ongoing mental and behavioral health services. A multi-disciplinary team comprised of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and case managers accomplish the practice’s mission of providing access to the highest quality of mental health care for all students. Essential FunctionsReports to the Medical DirectorProvides outpatient treatment of mental disorders for students/patients, including evaluation, diagnosis, and treatmentFacilitates higher level of care referrals and hospitalizations when needed  Supports medication treatment with brief supportive therapy and motivational interviewing when indicatedResponds to urgent clinical concerns as neededProvides after-hours on-call service, as assignedParticipates in multidisciplinary case conferences and clinic meetingsCollaborates and consults with other mental health and primary care providers who may also provide psychiatric medication management to students/patientsAttends and contributes to department and division meetings, fostering clinical objectives and a consultative collegial environmentParticipates in biannual peer review, merit review, and quality improvement activitiesMinimum QualificationsLicensed to practice as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in the State of CaliforniaMust have a minimum of 3 years of Psychiatric Ambulatory Care experienceStrong oral and written communication skillsCommitment to the highest ethical standards of professional practice and to lifelong learningCultural competence and humility, including an appreciation of how experiences, beliefs, values of diverse individuals and groups affects clinical interactions and practiceAbility to work cooperatively on an interdisciplinary team and with public, private, and other community organizationsWillingness to promote and function in a collaborative and collegial environment to serve the department, health system and medical school missionsUSC is one of the world’s leading private research universities with approximately 48,500 students from all 50 states and boasts one of the largest international student bodies in the country. USC is located in the heart of Los Angeles, a culturally rich metropolitan city with a large ethnic and economically diverse population, and is close to both beach and mountains with wonderful outdoor recreation opportunities. The mild temperatures along with the city’s average of 329 days of sun per year makes Los Angeles a wonderful city to live and work.The Department of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences is committed to attracting and nurturing a diverse community dedicated to providing culturally informed, high-quality behavioral healthcare to a multicultural population. Both in our work environment and clinical practice, we embrace diversity across multiple dimensions. We aim to provide a safe, inclusive environment for our faculty, staff, residents, fellows, trainees, volunteers, patients, colleagues, and the multitude of stakeholders with whom we work. Through our clinical services, educational programs, research studies, and policy initiatives, we are committed to addressing health care disparities for historically underserved groups; to combating racism and anti-Blackness at all levels; and to promoting and ensuring social justice.The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000-$200,000.  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.USC strongly values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. The Department of Psychiatry strongly values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to hiring excellent and diverse faculty. All genders, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, bicultural/multicultural and bilingual/multilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter expressing interest and fit for the position, and 3 reference letters/ For further inquiries contact: Geoff Finucane at geoffrey.finucane@med.usc.edu.