Postdoctoral Scientist - Microbiology - Jorth Lab
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Average value reflecting academic prestige, though potential salary range and independence may not be particularly competitive.
- Engage in critical healthcare research on antibiotic resistance
- Independent research opportunities within a prestigious lab
- Strong contribution to public health advancements
Pros
- Engagement in innovative research on antibiotic resistance
- Opportunity for independent project work
- Potential to influence critical healthcare issues
Cons
- Salary range might be below industry standards
- High expectations for individual initiative may not suit all candidates
- Limited networking opportunities outside the lab
Who it's for
Postdoctoral / Early Career • On-site
Good fit
- Recent Ph.D. graduates in related fields
- Research-focused individuals
- Candidates looking for autonomy in lab work
Not recommended for
- Individuals with limited lab experience
- Those seeking high monetary compensation
- Candidates preferring collaborative, guided research environments
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Jorth Lab studies host-pathogen interactions of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. We are looking to add a postdoctoral fellow to investigate molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance and bacterial pathogenesis, as well as potential therapeutic targets for these hard-to-treat infections. Experience with bacterial genetics, infection models, and computational biology are desirable. The Postdoctoral Scientist will be expected to work independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator. The Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. The Postdoctoral Scientist will design and conduct experiments, analyzes and interpret data, and participate in writing publications and giving presentations as author or co-author. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Not responsible for generating grant funds.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author
Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator
May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
Qualifications
Education:
- Doctorate Degree in area directly related to field of research specialization is required.
Experience and Skills:
- Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization.
- Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment
Req ID : 12690
Working Title : Postdoctoral Scientist - Microbiology - Jorth Lab
Department : Academic Pathology
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Postdoctoral Scholar
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $62,400 - $93,600
