Project Scientist - Swanson Lab - Department of Neurosurgery - Full-Time - On-Site (Fixed Term)

Project Scientist

• Swanson Lab
• Department of Neurosurgery
• Full-Time
• On-Site (Fixed Term) Cedars Sinai Medical Center, United States about 13 hours ago Project Scientist
• Swanson Lab
• Department of Neurosurgery
• Full-Time
• On-Site (Fixed Term) Job

ID 16186

Location Los Angeles, California, United States Job Category Academic / Research Date posted 04/30/2026

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Apply Here Job Description The Swanson Lab at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Neurosurgery is looking for a Project Scientist to join the team! Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Mathematical neuro-oncology is an exciting interdisciplinary field incorporating applied mathematics, artificial intelligence, clinical oncology, cancer biology, radiology, pathology and informatics. This field represents a major new way of thinking in the generation of practical clinical tools to benefit people diagnosed with brain tumors. About the Team Kristin R. Swanson, Ph.D., and her research team in the Mathematical Neuro-Oncology Lab at Cedars-Sinai are at the forefront of this field developing numerous models of glioma tumors. Dr. Swanson and her team are finding ways to make these models specific for predicting and simulating individualized tumor behavior under different treatment scenarios. Dr. Swanson's research team's current projects focus on growing and harnessing these resources to predict patient-specific tumor growth, find patient-specific markers of tumor progression and identify predictors of response to therapy in individuals. Please note that this is a 2-year fixed term full-time position eligible for benefits. About the Role The Project Scientist works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to accomplish significant contributions to a research or project in any academic field. The incumbent may be an ongoing member of a research team or may be employed for a limited period of time to contribute high-level skills to a specific research program. Project Scientists are not required to carry out independent research or to develop an independent research reputation and do not have teaching responsibilities. Ordinarily, the Project Scientist title will carry out research or creative programs as well as administration of day-to-day lab operations with supervision by a member of the Professorial Series.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

May assist in preparation of grant proposals, submissions, publications and presentations, but is not responsible for generating grant funds. May serve as PI for certain grants as approved by supervising member of the Professorial Series. May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author. May develop, adapt and implement new research techniques and protocols. Assists in lab experiments. Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data. May lead or train Staff Research Associates and Research Fellows. Will assist in day-to-day laboratory activities. Appointees on an academic trajectory will be expected to commit a portion of their time to developing an independent range of research. Qualifications

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree, required. Completion of postdoctoral scholar training as applicable. Knowledge of PI's area of research specialization. Demonstrated technical proficiency. About Us Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars

• Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients.

Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents. About the Team Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most. Req

ID 16186

Working Title Project Scientist

• Swanson Lab
• Department of Neurosurgery
• Full-Time
• On-Site (Fixed Term) Department Research
• Neurosurgical Business Entity Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category Academic / Research Job Specialty Research Studies/ Clin Trial Overtime Status EXEMPT Primary Shift Day Shift Duration 8 hour Base Pay $66,560.00
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