SRAI- GO Discovery lab: www.godiscoverylab.com

The research lab of Sanaz Memarzadeh, MD, PhD, focuses on
understanding the molecular basis of the formation, progression and treatment
of gynecologic epithelial cancers.The Gynecologic Oncology (GO)
Discovery lab (godiscoverylab.com) investigates the molecular pathways in
chemotherapy-resistant ovarian and aggressive endometrial tumor cells that are
candidates for therapeutic intervention via small molecule inhibitors and/or
immunotherapy.Knowledge gained from this translational research
will then be used to design and test strategies for cancer therapeutics that
will move onto clinical trials.

As a Staff Research
Associate I, you will work under the guidance of Dr. Memarzadeh and your responsibilities include collaborating with UCLA staff at
various clinics to consent study participants, collect tissue and tumor
specimens, and ensure accurate documentation in accordance with approved
research protocols. In the laboratory, you will process human specimens for
downstream genomic analysis to help elucidate the molecular, cellular, and genetic
events involved in gynecologic disease progression. You'll also assist with
general lab operations and provide administrative and grant-related support as
needed.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is
motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to gain hands-on research experience in a
collaborative academic environment focused on advancing cancer research.