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Posted: 09-Mar-23
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 2023-33283
A staff scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Srinivas Viswanathan at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (with affiliation to the Broad Institute). We use genomic and cutting-edge genome-scale functional genetic technologies to uncover drivers of genitourinary malignancies, with a specific focus on prostate and kidney cancers. The overarching aim of projects in the lab is to develop mechanistic insights that can be translated into improved outcomes for patients with genitourinary cancers.
The research project will be related to understanding the molecular mechanisms that drive genitourinary cancers with the goal of therapeutic development.
The ideal candidate should be exceptionally motivated, creative, highly collegial, and excited about scientific discovery and the prospect of translating basic insights into novel therapeutic strategies for patients with cancer.
Lab website: https://viswanathanlab.dana-farber.org
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
- Collaborative, curious, and highly organized.
- Strong professional track record.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to present at scientific meetings.
- Capable of independent analysis of data, developing figures and presentations to depict research findings and the ability to write review and research papers.
- Ability to train and oversee the work of research technicians and/or students in the group.
- A detailed letter of interest and three references must be submitted with application.
- PhD or MD/PhD with graduate degree in molecular biology, cellular biology, cancer biology/genetics, computational cancer genomics or related discipline preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience and an advanced degree in biomedical sciences, with significant experience in molecular biology/biochemistry, and cell biology preferred.
- Superb technical proficiency with the following: cell culture, genetic manipulation of cell lines (CRISPR/Cas9, shRNA), molecular/cell biology techniques, genetically engineered mouse models of cancer or other diseases.
- Fluency or strong working knowledge of the principles of cancer genomics/genetics. Prior experience with the analysis of next-generation sequencing data is strongly preferred.
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.?? As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.?? Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
