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Jefferson Health · 1 day ago

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow- Lab of Dr. Christine Eischen- Cancer Biology

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Jefferson Health is a nationally ranked health care system and educational institution, and they are seeking Post-Doctoral Fellows for cancer research in Dr. Eischen’s laboratory. The role involves studying the molecular and genetic mechanisms of cancer cell survival and growth, with projects focusing on targeted degradation of oncogenic drivers and integrating approaches for cancer cell vulnerabilities.

Hospital & Health Care

No H1B

Responsibilities

Study the immunological effects of targeted degradation of oncogenic drivers of cancers (priority project)

Integrate targeted approaches for cancer cell vulnerabilities and overcoming survival mechanisms

Investigate global and specific protein and cellular consequences with targeted loss of specific E3 ligases

Qualification

Cancer research techniquesImmunological researchMolecular biologyBiochemical researchVitro patient cell modelsPeer-reviewed publicationsTeam collaborationCommunication

Required

Defending their PhD or MD/PhD soon or have graduated within the last 1.5 years

High motivation and commitment to research

Experience with at least two of immunological, molecular, biochemical, mouse, and/or in vitro patient cell models

Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate in a team

Record of peer-reviewed publications

Strong verbal and written communication

Currently approved to work in the U.S

Skilled in cancer research techniques

Preferred

Experience with tumor immune microenvironment and/or tumor immunology research

NIH training grant eligibility

Benefits

Medical (including prescription)

Supplemental insurance

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Voluntary benefits

Company

Jefferson Health

Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are partners in providing excellent clinical and compassionate care for our patients in the Philadelphia region, educating the health professionals of tomorrow in a variety of disciplines and discovering new knowledge that will define the future of clinical care.

Founded in 1995