The Translational Scientist PhD contributes to the development and execution of molecular, cellular, and pre-clinical studies to support the Hoag Family Cancer Institute’s Translational Oncology Laboratory. Maintains strong translational research experience with hands-on expertise in studies that utilize state-of-the-art molecular, genetic, cellular, and preclinical approaches to cancer therapeutics and diagnostics development. Works with a team of dedicated discovery scientists to perform laboratory-based research, providing both scientific and technical expertise. Interprets and presents findings and functions as an integral team member advancing hospital programs.
- Designs and executes research and research strategy.
- Integrates a deep understanding of cancer biology and other translational operations.
- Supports Translational study implementation teams. Provides subject matter expertise, translational science support/functional representation for collaborative studies
- Executes and documents translational research lab procedures and protocols successfully independently.
- Writes and/or reviews policies, procedures, collaborative abstracts, posters, grants, and content for scientific meetings, conferences, and publications independently.
- Develops and adheres to IRB-approved and HIPAA-compliant protocols
- Collects and handles biospecimens, including human blood and fresh tissue, to include preparation of tissues/materials, preparing buffers, solutions, and chemicals, processing of bulk tissue for cell sorting, culture, and freezing
- Maintains rigorous documentation and tracking of information for all patient samples and experimental procedures, while maintaining quality control.
- Provide technical knowledge and guidance. Train laboratory assistants and other personnel.
Education and Experience
Required
PhD in Molecular or Cellular Biology, Genetics, Pharmacology, or a comparable Biomedical Science.
4 years of experience designing, conducting, and analyzing cancer studies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate in multidisciplinary project teams, including solid verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency in using software tools to support data capture, analysis, and presentation.
Preferred
Track record of recent publications (within the last 3 years) in peer-reviewed science journals.
Experience in drafting research grant proposals to national funding agencies.
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.
For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.
Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.
Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.
To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/.
Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, and wellness programs are extensive, with additions like FSAs and pet insurance. These offerings are presented as comprehensive and a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays and sick time, and parental leave feature prominently. These time-off provisions are described as supportive of work-life balance across roles, including fellowship programs.
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Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards — Tuition reimbursement, continuing education stipends, certification bonuses, and a clinical ladder link development to higher pay and broader involvement. Promote-from-within practices further connect performance and growth to compensation over time.
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