Dana-Farber Cancer Institute · 10 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Haq Lab
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$72K/yr - $76K/yrDana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. The Haq lab is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to study the mechanisms of metastasis and dormancy in uveal melanoma, contributing to the lab's research and publication efforts.
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Responsibilities
Demonstrate advanced technical proficiency, scientific creativity, and operate with a high degree of independence
Analyze experimental data and interpret results to write reports and summaries of findings, including grant preparation and presentations, and look for opportunities to co-author publications. May be expected to participate in formal and information presentations of results to staff
Participate in grant application process and manuscript preparation as required
Maintain detailed notebook of all work-related activities
Expected to provide intellectual and interactive commitment to position by keeping up with appropriate literature and research publications
Train and oversee the lab work of research technicians in the group
May be responsible for the development, modification and improvement of standard operating procedures
May be responsible for monitoring laboratory budgets
Qualification
Required
MD and/or PhD degree in a field related to biology, chemistry, or medicine
Must have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and be able to work with a wide variety of faculty and staff
Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work-related issues and problems
Must have attention to detail and be thorough in completing work tasks
Ability to work within a team environment
Preferred
Experience and high-level proficiency in cell culture, protein work, RNAseq/qPCR
Some mouse experience (ideally, though not a prerequisite)
Experience with CRISPR-based functional tools (not required for consideration)
Company
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a center dedicated to carrying out adult and pediatric cancer treatment activities and advanced research.
Founded in 1947
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$88.08MKey Investors
Elaine and Eduardo Saverin FoundationThe DeGregorio Family FoundationLlama
2025-11-24Grant· $20M
2025-05-06Grant· $1M
2024-09-24Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
Edward Benz
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