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As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for postdoctoral math in Los Angeles, CA is $63,597.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,800.00 and $71,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Postdoctoral Math researcher typically conducts original research, develops mathematical models or proofs, and prepares findings for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Daily activities may include performing literature reviews, collaborating with team members, attending seminars, and mentoring graduate or undergraduate students. Postdocs often present their research at conferences, contribute to grant proposals, and participate in departmental meetings or interdisciplinary projects. This role offers valuable opportunities to deepen research expertise, expand professional networks, and prepare for faculty or advanced industry positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Postdoctoral Math position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postdoctoral Math researcher, you need an advanced degree (Ph.D.) in mathematics or a related field, with a strong record of independent research and publication. Experience with specialized mathematical software (such as MATLAB, Mathematica, or Python libraries), advanced data analysis tools, and sometimes familiarity with grant writing systems is often required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and collaborative skills are crucial for success in academic or research environments. These competencies enable you to contribute innovative ideas, work effectively within research teams, and drive impactful scientific discoveries.

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A Postdoctoral Math job is a temporary research position for individuals who have recently earned a Ph.D. in mathematics or a related field. It typically involves conducting independent or collaborative research, publishing papers, and sometimes teaching courses. These positions are designed to help early-career researchers develop their expertise, expand their academic network, and prepare for permanent positions in academia, industry, or government. Postdocs usually last for one to three years and are often funded by universities, research institutes, or grants.

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Postdoctoral Scientist - Swanson Lab - Department of Neurosurgery

Postdoctoral Scientist - Swanson Lab - Department of Neurosurgery

CEDARS-SINAI

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$62K - $93K/mo

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 130 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 1,051 rated hospitals

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Job Description

The Swanson Lab at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Department of Neurosurgery is looking for a Postdoctoral 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.

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.

Working independently but in close cooperation with the Principal Investigator, Dr. Kristin Swanson, and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist will perform routine and complex mathematical modeling, machine learning, AI, computational, and statistical procedures to answer a variety of questions focused on direct clinical applications of mathematical modeling.

Primary Job 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.
  • Analyzes interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
  • Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
  • May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as they pertain directly to research being performed.
Qualifications

Education:

  • Doctorate (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in the area directly related to the field of research specialization.

Experience and Skills:

  • Acquires technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during one to five (1-5) year post-doctoral appointment.
  • 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, analysis, operation, and maintenance of specialized equipment.
  • Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.

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