Assistant Research Professor

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at theBeckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

As Assistant Research Professor is available in the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope. This is a part time position working for 8 hours a week.

As a successful candidate you will:

* Design optimized genome editing and gene augmentation vectors for the treatment of genetic diseases, including hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM).

* Design vectors to correct specific pathogenic mutations in target genes in in vivo disease models.

* Create vectors for the targeted insertion of reporters and correction of mutations at specified genomic locations in target genes across species.

* Develop strategies to codon-optimize correction sequences to achieve desired expression levels and optimize editing efficiency.

* Develop strategies to evaluate the outcome of genetic therapies.

* Oversee and guide the cloning of genetic vectors.

Your qualifications should include:

* PhD, MD, or MD/PhD with a strong background in molecular biology, genome editing, or gene therapy.

* Extensive experience in molecular biology and genomics, designing and optimizing gene editing and gene augmentation vectors for in vivo and in vitro applications.

* Evidence of scientific rigor and excellence as documented by high-impact peer-reviewed publications.

* Prior experience in translational research and preclinical model development.

* Demonstrated ability to mentor research associates and technical staff in a laboratory environment.

* Proven track record of collaborative research and contribution to innovative therapeutic strategies.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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