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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 4 hours ago

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - D'Andrea Lab

positionBoston, MA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$72K/yr - $76K/yr

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. They are seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow to investigate chromosome instability and susceptibility to cancer, focusing on molecular signaling pathways that regulate the DNA damage response in mammalian cells.

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Responsibilities

Design and conduct experiments related to DNA repair pathways, replication fork stability, and ubiquitin signaling
Use advanced techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, protein biochemistry, mass spectrometry, and live-cell imaging
Analyze data, interpret results, and present findings at internal and external scientific meetings
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including medicinal chemists and clinical researchers
Contribute to manuscript writing and grant applications
Mentor junior team members and contribute to the overall research environment

Qualification

DNA repairCRISPR/Cas9Molecular biologyProtein biochemistryMammalian cell cultureData analysisCommunicationTeam collaborationMentoring

Required

PhD or MD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related field
Strong background in DNA repair, cancer biology, or chromatin biology
Experience with mammalian cell culture, protein purification, and molecular cloning
Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment
Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals

Company

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a center dedicated to carrying out adult and pediatric cancer treatment activities and advanced research.
dateFounded in 1947
location
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.dana-farber.org

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$88.08M
Key Investors
Elaine and Eduardo Saverin FoundationThe DeGregorio Family FoundationLlama
2025-11-24Grant· $20M
2025-05-06Grant· $1M
2024-09-24Grant· $0.5M

Leadership Team

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Edward Benz
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