Postdoctoral Researcher

Our laboratory is interest in identifying the metabolic reprograming that occurs during cancer treatment, and how this modifies response. Importantly, we seek to identify metabolic vulnerabilities that occur under selective pressure of treatment, which can then be exploited to eliminate tumor cells. Previous publications from our group include: Genes & Development 20, 2067-2084; Metabolites 5, 82; Cell 174: 758-769; Nature Medicine 12,122-127; Cancer Journal 15, 406-420; Science Translational Medicine 3(85): 85ra47; J Clin Oncol 36: 2492-2503.

A postdoctoral position is available for an experienced and highly motivated candidate with a background in molecular/cellular biology and/or genetics to join our NIH-funded research group. Evaluation of cancer metabolism, gene function and key signaling events will include the use of in vitro assays, and mouse models; however, special emphasis will be placed on increasing the relevance of experimental findings to human cancer by validating potential therapeutic targets using primary patient samples (e.g. organoids, patient-derived explants) and in vivo xenograft models.

The successful applicant will be responsible for performing experiments in the laboratory which will include DNA, RNA, Protein, Metabolite extraction, Western blotting, Q-Real Time PCR, Tissue culture, Transfections, Functional Metabolomics, Flow Cytometry, Imaging, etc. as well carry out data analysis resulting from experiments and help with manuscript preparation/writing. Analytical expertise in Excel, Graph Pad Prism, Calcusyn is required, and some Bioinformatic experience (R, Python) is an advantage. Position requires strong attention to detail, multi-tasking, working as part of a team and willingness to learn new technologies.

Performs cell culture including drug treatments (40%)
Performs basic molecular biology techniques including transfections PCR, Q-PCR, bacterial cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, Western blots, metabolism studies, flow cytometry, etc. (30%)
Data analysis using bioinformatics software (10%)
Assists in the development of new assays in clinical samples, e.g. organoids, single cell analysis (10%)
Additional duties as assigned by principal investigator (10%)

A PhD degree in Cell Biology/ Molecular Biology/Genetics

In addition:

• Highly motivated and committed to academic biomedical research
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks at one time
• Must have excellent communication, analytical and organizational skills: both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems.
• Must be proficient with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel, Oracle, Access, Word and PowerPoint). Typing 60wpm
• Must have demonstrated excellent customer service skills both on the phone and in person.
• Must possess energy and drive to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to maintain effective working relationships

1-2 years of experience strongly preferred

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