Skip to main content

This job has expired

Research Fellow

Employer
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Location
Boston, Massachusetts (US)
Salary
Not Specified
Closing date
Sep 17, 2021

View more

Discipline
Life Sciences, Immunology, Oncology
Position Type
Full Time
Organization Type
Healthcare/Hospital

Overview

Our group at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is looking for exceptional Post-doctoral Fellows in the area of cancer biology, specialized in “Cancer Immunology and Immunotherapy, Bioengineering, T cell Receptors or Stem Cells Research”.

The successful candidate will perform research on discovery and translational science to interface clinical development for treatment of cancer patients. We expect that immunotherapy approach for human clinical investigation will emerge from these efforts through our collaborations.

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.

 

Requirements

Our lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a motivated and talented scientist who will contribute to discovery and translational research. The major focus of this specific position will include a talented scientist who develop and execute biological assays, interpretate the results, analyze the data, and support further research activities.


Specific responsibilities include:
• Conducting cell-based and molecular biology research including tissue culture, phenotypes, proliferation and cytotoxicity assays, flow cytometry analyses, gene editing through CRISPR, RNA/DNA analyses including ChIP-seq and RNA-seq, transduction / transfections / infection, RNA/DNA extractions, PCR, immune-histochemistry, immuno-precipitations and immunoblotting, and general lab organization/ordering as well as lab safety issues. Expertise in evaluation of drug efficacy studies in animal models could be also helpful.
• Performing preclinical studies in mouse models of cancer.
• Maintaining accurate records, writing reports, and preparing/giving presentations.

Qualifications

Qualifications
• Ph.D. in biological sciences
• A strong background in immunology, cancer biology, molecular biology and cell biology
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to perform both self-directed and guided research
• Effectively work as part of an interdisciplinary team of scientists

The postdoctoral fellow will be affiliated with the Department of Medical Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School.

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.

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert