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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursueour missionat MSK and around the globe.
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Adusumilli Laboratory at MSK. The candidate will work with the lab head to design and execute bench experiments, supervise technicians, analyze experimental results, prepare manuscripts, and maintain laboratory records. The laboratory's focus is on developing and translating adoptive T-cell therapy for the treatment of various solid cancers, including lung cancer, breast cancer, and mesothelioma, using recombinant oncoretroviruses and lentiviruses as vectors. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or MD/PhD, with a background in immunology and experience with mouse models. Knowledge of general oncology and cancer pathogenesis, molecular/genetic concepts, experimental methods, and data analysis is essential. The candidate should be comfortable with the handling of human blood and tissue samples, have strong interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a dynamic environment.
research-areas/labs/prasad-adusumilli
Responsibilities:
Work directly with the lab head to design, develop, and execute bench experiments
Supervise technicians/research fellows in the conduct of bench experiments and coordinate with core laboratories to process samples
Perform data management, analyze experimental results, and draft experimental procedures and manuscripts pertaining to research work
Maintain detailed laboratory records
Familiarity with general oncology and cancer pathogenesis
Knowledge of molecular/genetic concepts, experimental methods, and data analysis
Ability to maximize resources and troubleshoot effectively
Experience with and willingness to work with mouse models
Comfortable with the handling of human blood and tissue samples
Requirements:
PhD or MD/PhD with a background in immunology
Passion for science and a desire to advance the understanding and treatment of cancer
Highly organized and self-directed individual with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and innovative environment. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your resume and cover letter.
Application Instructions
Please submit your CV, bibliography, brief statement of research interests, and names and details of three references to:
John Pintado
Pay Range: $72,000 - $87,5641
Based on PGY*
Pay Range: $0.00 - $10,000,000.00 FSLA Status: Exempt Closing :
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