Northwestern University · 2 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Scholar
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelNorthwestern University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to contribute to innovative research in bladder cancer. The role involves studying epigenetic regulation, analyzing next-generation sequencing data, and supporting the research team in various capacities.
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Responsibilities
Study execution and data analysis
Manuscript preparation and presentations at national meetings
Communicating data and conclusions effectively in both written and oral forms
Support the research team by performing other related duties as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in cancer, developmental biology, stem cells, immunology, genomics, with a record of publication in peer-reviewed journals
Knowledge and interest in cancer biology, immunology, and mouse models
Technical qualifications: mouse breeding and histology, immunology, epigenetic assays, cell culture
Bioinformatics skills: use of R (or python) to analyze gene expression, single-cell and mutation analysis
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with particular emphasis on data visualization
Excellent written and oral communication skills with a track record of writing papers in peer reviewed journals and presentations at scientific meetings
Ability to work independently, but also contribute to a research team
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
Founded in 1851
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
Interim President
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