Top 109 Postdoctoral scholar research Jobs in Los Angeles, Ca

Postdoctoral Scientist – Behavioral Health Research (Hybrid)
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
Project Scientist - Ajami Lab - Department of Neurology
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $66,560 - $133,120 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Neurology
Postdoctoral Scientist – Dyadic Research
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Team management
Postdoctoral Scientist - Heeger Lab - Translational Immunology
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Fair chance
- Senior level
Postdoctoral Scientist - Heart Institute - Karlstaedt Lab
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Doctoral degree
- No experience needed
- Fair chance
- Tuition reimbursement
Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $64,480 - $66,000 a year
- Computer Science
- Analysis skills
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,000 - $71,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- University
Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate (Schaeffer Center)
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Analysis skills
- University
Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate
Keck Medical Center of USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $68,640 - $134,864 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate
Keck Medical Center of USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,304 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Scientist - Melanoma & Immunotherapy (Zheng Lab)
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Fair chance
- Senior level
- Relocation assistance
- Opportunities for advancement
Postdoctoral Scientist - Touil Lab - Department of Neurology
Cedars-Sinai —West Hollywood, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Neurology
- Fair chance
Postdoctoral Scientist - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism - Department of Medicine
Cedars-Sinai —West Hollywood, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Medicine
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Fair chance
Postdoctoral Scientist - Guerin Children's - Klein Lab (Full-Time)
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- No experience needed
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Children
Postdoctoral Scientist - Tourtellotte Lab - Neurodegeneration and Neurodevelopment
Cedars-Sinai —Los Angeles, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Doctoral degree
- Mentoring
- Fair chance
Postdoctoral Scientist - Program on Internet, Health, and Society
Cedars-Sinai —Beverly Hills, CA
- $62,400 - $93,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Medicine
- Databases
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Scholar in Cancer Immuno-Therapeutic Research
UCLA —Los Angeles, CA
- Online Application
- Medicine
- Surgery
- Analysis skills
Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate - Chemist
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,304 a year
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate - Cancer Genomics and Therapeutics
USC —Los Angeles, CA
- $70,304 a year
- Mid-level
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
Postdoctoral Researcher – Metabolic Engineering & Synthetic Biology
UCLA —Los Angeles, CA
- $69,073 - $82,836 a year
- Online Application
- Analysis skills
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy

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Postdoctoral Scientist – Behavioral Health Research (Hybrid)

Cedars-Sinai -
Los Angeles, CA

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$62,400 - $93,600 a year

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Community relationship building

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Job ID 16047 Location Los Angeles, California, United States Job Category Academic / Research Date posted 05/27/2026

Job Description

Cedars-Sinai has an outstanding opportunity for an independent and well-organized contributor to serve as a Postdoctoral Scientist supporting the research program of Dr. Judy Tan. This role focuses on community-engaged research aimed at developing behavioral and community-based health interventions for LGBTQ+ communities of color. Dr. Tan, Associate Professor in the Cancer Research Center for Health Equity, Division of Population Sciences, Department of Biomedical Sciences, is a social psychologist who applies expertise in behavioral and prevention sciences to develop innovative interventions that improve health outcomes among marginalized populations in the U.S.

This position contributes to behavioral and implementation science initiatives within the Cancer Research Center for Health Equity. The scope of work includes research involving participants recruited from surrounding Los Angeles communities, as well as collaboration with community-based researchers, academic partners, local organizations, and health systems.

As a Postdoctoral Scientist, you will be a vital member of Dr. Tan’s interdisciplinary research team, which includes biostatisticians, qualitative research specialists, and grant administration and project management professionals. Responsibilities include leading quantitative and qualitative research projects, supporting participant engagement efforts, and fostering strong partnerships with community stakeholders and collaborators.

Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training period. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.

Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals. Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not responsible for generating grant funds.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule; however, we can only consider applicants who will be able to commute to our Los Angeles work location a few times per week. If hired you must reside in the commutable area.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Establish and maintain lab and study-specific SOP
Provides timely and constructive feedback to study team.
Delegate responsibilities to team members to efficiently execute research protocols and procedures.
Experience working in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary teams.
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 (PI).
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 PI-patient or PI-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience working effectively within interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary teams and will contribute to fostering a collaborative and productive research environment. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining laboratory and study-specific SOPs, providing timely and constructive feedback to study team members, and effectively delegating responsibilities to support the efficient execution of research protocols and procedures.

Requirements:

Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, DrPH or DDS) in area directly related to field of research specialization.
All applicants are kindly asked to submit a cover letter for consideration as part of the application process.
1 year, acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.

Preferred:

Experience conducting and leading team on qualitative research, including design, recruitment, data collection, and data analysis and interpretation
Experience in mixed methods research, community-engaged research and quantitative study design and analysis
Experience with preparing manuscripts for submissions
Experience as lead author on empirical papers
Previous work in a health care setting
Develop and implement qualitative research methods and analysis
Preferred skills in REDCap and qualitative data analysis software (Dedoose or Atlas)
Proficient in conducting multi method and/or mixed-methods research
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Zoom, Microsoft Teams

Req ID 16047

Working Title Postdoctoral Scientist – Behavioral Health Research (Hybrid)

Department Research - Medical Oncology

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 $62400 - $93600

Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai

We are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve – because that’s what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve Quality Care and Research—For All, By All.

Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu). For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.

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postdoctoral scholar research jobs in los angeles, ca

Postdoctoral Scientist – Behavioral Health Research (Hybrid)

Project Scientist - Ajami Lab - Department of Neurology

Postdoctoral Scientist – Dyadic Research

Postdoctoral Scientist - Heeger Lab - Translational Immunology

Postdoctoral Scientist - Heart Institute - Karlstaedt Lab

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate (Schaeffer Center)

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate

Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate

Postdoctoral Scientist - Melanoma & Immunotherapy (Zheng Lab)

Postdoctoral Scientist - Touil Lab - Department of Neurology

Postdoctoral Scientist - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism - Department of Medicine

Postdoctoral Scientist - Guerin Children's - Klein Lab (Full-Time)

Postdoctoral Scientist - Tourtellotte Lab - Neurodegeneration and Neurodevelopment

Postdoctoral Scientist - Program on Internet, Health, and Society

Postdoctoral Scholar in Cancer Immuno-Therapeutic Research

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate - Chemist

Postdoctoral Scholar - Research Associate - Cancer Genomics and Therapeutics

Postdoctoral Researcher – Metabolic Engineering & Synthetic Biology

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