Post Doc - Prostate Tumor Microenvironment

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Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Post Doc position for our Prostate tumor microenvironment/Franco department located at 1001 University Place in Evanston, IL. This is a full time, benefits eligible position.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Pursue functional genomic studies using CRISPR technology in the area of tumor microenvironment in both benign and malignant prostate disease
• Study the complexity of interactions of stromal, epithelial and inflammatory populations in vitro and in vivo using the tissue recombination model
• Analysis of data obtained through next-generation sequencing technologies. Single cell RNA sequencing and analysis of resultant datasets
• Isolation, culture and characterization of human-derived fibroblasts from benign and malignant tissues.
• Perform translational studies to evaluate the clinical utility of target molecules by immunohistochemical or gene  expression analysis of patient samples
• Work in a team environment with basic biologists and clinicians
• Planning and execution of experiments
• Data analysis, presentation and preparation of publications

Qualifications:

• PhD or MD, including those conferred outside of the U.S. in a related field of study to the position
• Strong background in molecular, cell biology or biochemistry
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Research experience with animal work (surgical skills) would be an advantage
• Experience with computational and statistical methods
• Strong organizational skills