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Posted: 08-Feb-23
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: JR72726
Job Description
Position Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Guangyong Peng in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine has an immediate opening for Postdoctoral Associate positions to play an active role in our ongoing studies of tumor immunology and T cell biology.
The Peng laboratory has been performing the translational studies to dissect molecular mechanisms responsible for the senescence and dysfunction of T cells in the tumor microenvironment from different types of cancers, including head and neck cancers, and then to develop effective strategies for molecular and metabolic control of T cell fate and function for enhanced tumor immunity and immunotherapy.
Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree.
Preferred Qualifications
- Highly motivated and passionate researcher with an M.D. or Ph.D. and rigorous training in immunology, cancer biology, or a related area.
- Experience with immunology.
- Comfortable working with mice and/or patient samples.
- Research experience with bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing.
Working Conditions
This position works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. The individual must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Salary Range
Base pay is commensurate with experience.
Applicant Special Instructions
Step 1) Please apply by using the directions below. Please ensure you include your cover letter and CV with your application.
Step 2) Immediately after step 1, please email three letters of recommendation to Dr. Guangyong Peng at pengg@wustl.edu.
Directions:
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Accommodation
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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universityâ™s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
