美国华盛顿大学医学院2024年招聘博士后职位（放射肿瘤学）

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Radiation Oncology

Washington University School of Medicine

Job Description

Full time Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the tumor immunology lab of Sana Karam, MD, PhD, at Washington University, Department of Radiation Oncology.

The position will involve translational research aimed at understanding immunological mechanisms of response and resistance in the tumor microenvironment. Position will include conducting research experiments, data management, molecular biology assays, writing grants and papers, and other duties as assigned.

Information on being a postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis can be found at https://postdoc.wustl.edu/prospective-postdocs-2/.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Trains under the supervision of a faculty mentor including (but not limited to):

* Conduct research experiments using animal models and a variety of immunology and molecular biology assays and techniques.

*Write grants, papers, posters. Present research findings.

*Provide training and mentoring as needed to graduate students, fellows, postdocs, residents, PRAs and student workers.

*Other duties as assigned.

Applicant Special Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Required application materials: Cover letter and Resume/Vitae

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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.

Funding for this project is through an NIH T32 training grant, which requires that the individual to be trained must be a citizen or a noncitizen national of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Immunology, Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field.

* Knowledge of flow cytometry and other immunological techniques.

* Experience with cell culture, ELISpot assays, Tetramer staining, adoptive transfer studies, western blotting, immunohistochemistry, PCR and

animal models, including handling, colony management and genotyping is highly desired.

Skills:

Adoptive Immunotherapy, Animal Husbandry, Animal Models, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Cancer Biology, Cell Cultures, Enzyme-Linked Immune Absorbent Spot (ELISpot), Flow Cytometry, Immunoblots, Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Immunological Techniques, Immunology, Laboratory Techniques, Molecular Biology, Oral Communications, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Scientific Research, Self Motivation, Staining Techniques, Working Independently, Written Communication

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 University’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 – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.