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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 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. INI’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 environmental neuroscience.The INI seeks highly-qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Research Neurology (non-tenure track). The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10+ years experience with MRI technical development and applications. The candidate will be mainly responsible for developing advanced neurovascular imaging technologies at 3 and 7T, and will be involved in clinical application studies. The focus of the research will be developing and optimizing arterial spin labeled (ASL) techniques for mapping perfusion and blood brain barrier (BBB) function and other advanced quantitative MRI methods at 3 and 7T with clinical applications in cerebrovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. There are opportunities to perform preclinical MRI studies to validate clinical imaging methods as well as to understand the underlying neurophysiological mechanism. Candidates must be skilled in MRI pulse sequence programming and/or image reconstruction methods to drive innovation. The candidate should have experience in managing and coordinating team science initiatives that include image analytics and relating clinical data to imaging markers. Advanced knowledge of perfusion and functional MRI pipelines and translation to clinical studies is a plus. The candidate must be able to display strong mentorship skills, and must excel at oral and written scientific communication. The individual should be nationally and internationally recognized for their technical and scientific leadership as demonstrated by their publication record in premier medical and imaging conferences and journals.The ideal candidate has a PhD degree in Physics, Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with rigorous training and experience in the elements of modern neuroimaging, including image acquisition, image processing and reconstruction. Deep knowledge of the current challenges and state-of-the-art techniques for functional and physiological brain imaging, particularly meso-scale data acquisition and analysis, statistics, and visualization of magnetic resonance imaging datasets, is required.The annual base salary range for this position is $110,000-$150,000.  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: PhDPreferred qualifications: 3+ years postdoctoral training or relevant working experienceMinimum field of expertise: Knowledge of perfusion and functional MRI techniques, with clinical applications in cerebrovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. 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.

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.We seek a candidate to work on contributing to collaborative research at Alzheimer’s Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI) Neuroscience Translational Research Division (NTRD) at USC in San Diego. This position will also lead an independent research lab focused on translational basic science studies for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias.The candidate should have a track record of independent research and participating in collaborative groups and projects in the field of Alzheimer’s disease translational research.During this project the candidate will be responsible for the experimental planning and execution of the project and will be working closely with the other NTRD PIs and team members and collaborators during their research time. The candidate must be able to display strong mentorship skills for junior scientists/PhD candidates and must excel at oral and written scientific communication. The candidate should be recognized for their technical and scientific leadership as demonstrated by their publication record in leading neuroscience journals.The annual base salary range for this position is $76,000-100,000. 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.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.

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 University of Southern California (USC) Department of Psychiatry & the Behavioral Sciences and Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) in the Division of Psychiatry, is actively seeking a full-time Child-Adolescent Psychiatrist to join our faculty as Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences and Pediatrics (Clinician Educator).The Division of Psychiatry is seeking a dedicated full-time Child-Adolescent Psychiatrist to join the Inpatient Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Service at the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists, Pediatric Psychologists, and Psychiatric Social Workers in a highly supportive environment.Responsibilities include:Clinical Care: Provide multidisciplinary mental health assessments, treatment interventions and recommendations. Provide consultation to primary medical team, consultant teams, and allied health professionals on matters relating to mental health, pediatric psychology and behavioral medicine.Education & Teaching: Teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows in child and adolescent psychiatry and pediatrics.Research: Participating in or leading research initiatives that align with the division’s academic goalsChildren’s Hospital serves as the premier pediatric referral resource for children and adolescents in the Southwestern United States and is nationally recognized for its advances in pediatric care, teaching, and research. Ranked fifth on the US News & World Report Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll, CHLA achieved national rankings in 11 pediatric specialties. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research, deliver comprehensive clinical care, and drive innovation in mental health at a leading academic institution and nationally recognized pediatric hospital.We offer a competitive compensation package, including but not limited to generous comprehensive benefits, and retirement plans, relocation expenses, and CME time and funding. Academic appointment to the Keck School of Medicine of USC commensurate with training and expertise.Qualified candidates should login to usccareers.usc.edu and complete an application. Please send letters of inquiry and curriculum vitae to Dr. Bradley Peterson, Division Chief, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, bpeterson@chla.usc.edu, or Hafsa Syed, Division Administrator, Division of Psychiatry.The 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.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. 

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 is looking for a Physician Assistant to work at USC Arcadia Hospital in our USC Institute of Urology Clinic. This is located in the city of Arcadia, California. The physician assistant will need to obtain detailed and accurate medical histories from patients to delineate problems and record information.  The physician assistant develops and implements patient management plans, including the coordination of referrals to specialty and social services.  The recording of progress notes and the provision of continuity of care are duties of the clinical instructor of urology (clinician educator) physician assistant as well.  The urology physician assistant performs and/or interprets common laboratory, radiological, and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiological progress.  Assist Urology doctors in the various urologic procedures.The yearly base salary range for this position is $152,880 – $194,022.  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.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.physician.Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree

Minimum Certifications: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA) issued Physician Assistance certification

Minimum Experience: 1 year
Addtional Experience Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience
Minimum Skills: Current California license for Physician Assistant and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA). Directly related experience in field.
Preferred Education: Master’s degree

Plans, designs and conducts highly technical and complex research projects independently and in consultation with supervisor. Analyzes research data and provides interpretations. Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.A Research Associate position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Ali Khoshnan. This role involves conducting critical experiments that support the specific aims of ongoing projects, funded by two sponsored grants. The ideal candidate will possess significant expertise in cell and molecular biology, systems biology, and advanced tissue culture. A doctoral degree in biological sciences or neuroscience, coupled with at least two years of relevant experience, is required. In this position, the Research Associate will focus on developing brain organoid models for Huntington’s disease (HD). These models will be essential in testing the efficacy of novel biological therapeutics aimed at addressing the pathological changes induced by the gene implicated in HD. The Research Associate will play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of Huntington’s disease and contribute to the development of new therapeutic strategies.

Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate
Minimum Experience: 1 year
Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education and experience in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods.

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 – $76,000. 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.

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 Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is seeking outstanding applicants to fill an Assistant Professor of Research position in the Division of Medical Oncology.The position will entail the following duties:Perform research and lead research projects related to cancer immunotherapy, and specifically to develop chimeric antigen receptor (CAR)-engineered T cells and other cellular therapy approaches for the treatment of solid tumors, as well as to interrogate the tumor microenvironment for identification/validation of rational combination therapies. The PhD candidate should have experience in the fields of immunology and cancer biology with a strong track record. This position will interact and collaborate with a team of researchers with similar interests in developing cell-based therapies in a translational research environment.Summarize research results and prepare manuscripts for publication and organize results that will be used as preliminary data for NIH and other type grant applications.Contribute to lab administrative responsibilities.Supervise and mentor postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students, and other trainees in lab setting for cell culture, animal experiments and other laboratory processes.Work with faculty supervisor and head principal investigator to draft and submit grant proposals to federal agencies.Successful candidates will have strong research skills and interest in immune-biology and cancer research.  We offer a highly competitive salary package with excellent benefits.  Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000-$130,000.  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.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.Minimum Field of Expertise: Possession of Ph.D. in biological sciences with postdoctoral research experience.JOB LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA 

(Cornea & External Diseases Service)The Department of Ophthalmology/Roski Eye Institute, Keck School of Medicine of USC, is seeking applications for a highly qualified, full-time, non-tenure-track, fellowship-trained, board-eligible, or board-certified cornea and external disease specialist at the Associate or Full Professor level to join the Cornea and External Diseases Service in our department. The successful candidate will have an academic title of Associate or Full Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology.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. The USC Department of Ophthalmology/Roski Eye Institute has been named one of the top 20 “Best Hospitals” in the United States for over 30 years by US News & World Report. The department has a long track record of excellence in clinical care, vision research, and cultivating leaders in the field. For FY’2024, the department was ranked #3 among all ophthalmology departments in the country in terms of NIH research funding, according to the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research (BRIMR). Furthermore, the USC Ophthalmology Residency Program is also ranked nationally in the U.S. by Doximity.Qualifications and Experience:  Clinician-scientists, clinicians, clinician-educators who are board-certified cornea specialists and at least 5 years out of fellowship training are welcome to apply. Applicants must hold an M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree and have or be eligible to obtain a full, unrestricted California medical license by the time of hire. Applicants should be trained and experienced in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of common and complex ophthalmologic conditions focusing on corneal and external diseases.Interest in clinical, translational, or basic science research with a track record of productive research and the goal of obtaining extramural funding in the future is preferred. Job Accountabilities/Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Serves as the Chief of Cornea & External Diseases Service.Provides outstanding clinical care to patients with corneal and external diseases.Demonstrates his or her commitment to clinical, translational, or basic science research. Actively engage in the teaching and mentoring of students, interns, residents, and fellows.Position Summary and Compensation:This full-time, non-tenure-track, and exempt faculty position will receive an annual base salary range of $250,000 – $350,000 plus productivity incentives. The annual base salary is dependent on the rank hired into and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.USC provides benefits-eligible employees with a broad range of benefits and perks located at https://employees.usc.edu/benefits-perks/. The new faculty will also be provided with ample clinical, teaching, research, and leadership opportunities if he/she is interested.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 or training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.Application Process:Applicants should apply for this position at the USC job posting website and provide the following documents: (i) Cover Letter or Letter of Interest, (ii) Curriculum Vitae, and (iii) Contact information for three (3) references (name, email address, telephone number, and current position/affiliation).  Applications will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled. For inquiries on the application process, please send an email to Norma T. Sayoto at  norma.sayoto@med.usc.edu.

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 Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is seeking outstanding applicants to fill a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position in the Division of General Internal Medicine. Under general supervision and in accordance with standardized procedures, the nurse practitioner/physician assistant performs physical examinations and treats common episodic and chronic health care problems, counsels patients and families, monitors patient progress, and assists with clinical research projects.  The nurse practitioner/physician assistant works in collaboration with other health care team members, consulting and referring as appropriate, but retains responsibility for ongoing clinical management of Primary Care patients. Successful candidates will have strong clinical skills and interest in serving a diverse patient population in both private and public clinical practice.  We offer a highly competitive salary package with excellent benefits.  Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This position will be hired as a clinical instructor. THIS IS A PRACTITIONER POSITION – You will not be teaching NP or PA students.Specific Duties include:Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies and interprets finished results.· Develops and implements long and short range treatment plans.· Performs procedures such as obtaining specimens, performing injections, immunizations, lumbar punctures, skin biopsies, suturing, wound care and management of conditions produced by trauma or infection.· Writes orders to increase, decrease or change medication, subject to checking and counter-signing by physician.· Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for special tests.· Identifies and records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in the patient’s condition.· Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs. Acts as liaison with governmental agencies such as National Institute of Health and National Cancer Institute. Assists with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. Obtains Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols.· Research community resources for referral of patients. Refers patients to most appropriate resource based on patients’ medical needs and conditions.· Maintains compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.· Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations.· Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.Minimum Field of Expertise: Possession of current certificate of completion from an accredited training program. Current and valid California State Practitioner licenses, and Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications. 2 years’ clinical experience is preferred.The annual base salary range for this position is $161,562 TO $226,192. 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.” JOB LOCATION: Los Angeles, CAThe University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.  People of all gender identities, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Data Archive for the BRAIN Initiative (DABI) is a shared neurodata repository where researchers from over a 100 of academic institutions store, share and analyze invasive neurophysiology datasets. Building on decades of experience creating widely-used, large-scale informatics solutions in the neurosciences, in 2018, the team behind DABI launched a new archive to ingest, aggregate, store, visualize, and disseminate human invasive neurophysiology data. DABI repository, which also houses synchronized behavioral, imaging, demographic, and other vital data, is specifically designed to help BRAIN Initiative researchers organize and analyze their data while fulfilling data-sharing directives from federal agencies and their respective institutions.USC Institute for Neuroimaging and Informatics is seeking a Resource Employee to perform the following key responsibilities:Key Responsibilities:Develop and Maintain Software Solutions: Design, code, and maintain web applications and backend services to meet functional and technical requirements. Ensure high code quality through regular peer reviews and adherence to industry standards.Collaborate and Communicate: Work closely with a diverse range of stakeholders to understand business needs and provide high-value software solutions. Communicate progress, obstacles, and solutions effectively.Optimize Application Performance: Build and maintain complex web applications with a focus on clean, testable code. Prioritize performance, scalability, and compliance with security standards.Support Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with best practices, fostering innovation and driving process improvements within the team.Debugging and Testing: Write and maintain unit tests, handle debugging across services, and ensure code covers edge cases.Documentation and Lifecycle Management: Document development stages, manage tasks in line with the software lifecycle, and contribute to effective continuous integration.Stakeholder and Team Collaboration: Build strong relationships with peers and stakeholders and contribute to an inclusive, ethical work environment.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.Strong proficiency in at least one programming language.2+ years of industry experience in designing and building scalable APIs and backend services.2+ years of industry experience with frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Svelte, etc), and CSS frameworks (TailwindCSS)Familiarity with relational databases (PostgreSQL).Understanding of CI/CD and version control (Git).Nice to have:Experience with Rust.Experience with modern web APIs (e.g., REST, gRPC, WebSocket).Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS).The hourly rate range for this position is up to $25.00. 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.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 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 Division of Pediatric Surgery of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and the Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of the University of Southern California (USC) are actively seeking an outstanding pediatric surgeon for a full-time faculty member position. We are seeking fellowship-trained applicants in pediatric surgery who are board-eligible in Pediatric Surgery to lead our pediatric surgery fellowship program.  The position will include a faculty rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, commensurate with level of experience.Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is the largest pediatric oncology program of its kind in the Western United States. CHLA is a dynamic and collaborative research environment, and the Division of Pediatric Surgery has opportunities for impact and growth locally, nationally, and internationally.The annual base salary range for this position is $435,000 – $612.116.  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.Opportunity HighlightsJoin a high-functioning clinical team of 9 surgeons with the opportunity to take care of complex patients.Be the Program Director for one of the oldest pediatric surgery fellowship programs in the country that has been training pediatric surgeons since 1961.Experience a commitment to career development with outstanding opportunities for scholarly activity and education.For further inquiries, please contact:Nancy Hernandez(323) 361-3720 | nanhernandez@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 value 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.