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Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate University of Southern California in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Molecular Biology
Funding
NIH-funded position; annual base salary range $70,304.04.
Deadline
Dec 31, 2026
Country
United States
University
University of Southern California
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About this position
A postdoctoral research associate position is available at the Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology at the University of Southern California, working in an NIH-funded laboratory environment focused on craniofacial biology, tissue regeneration, and cellular metabolism. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of researchers and physicians and contribute to ongoing projects under the direction of Dr. Michael Paine.
The scholar will take part in core laboratory activities and will have responsibility for planning, designing, and conducting highly technical research projects. The role includes analyzing research data, interpreting findings, and helping prepare technical reports, manuscripts, and other research documentation for publication. The posting emphasizes the opportunity to build research competencies in a setting that supports collaboration, diversity, and career development.
This is a temporary, fixed-term research appointment in a strong biomedical research environment at USC, with work tied to the center’s craniofacial and regenerative biology research programs.
Funding details
NIH-funded position; annual base salary range $70,304.04.
What's required
Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years is required. A copy of the doctoral diploma or other certification showing satisfactory completion of the terminal degree must be provided, or if the degree has not yet been awarded, evidence that the thesis has been approved together with documentation of the expected formal graduation date. Preferred expertise includes publications in peer-reviewed journals in the same or a related field. Minimum experience is 0-1 year, with directly related research training and advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures, and analysis methods.
How to apply
Apply through the USC Workday application link. If you are a current USC employee, use the internal Workday link provided in the posting. Submit the required doctoral documentation through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs as directed by the faculty mentor.
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