Summary

The Fuqua Lab in the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to investigate metastatic breast cancer. The fellow will be proficient with various molecular biology techniques such as ChIP-PCR, IP, qRT-PCR, western blotting, FACS. They will also have extensive cell culture experience and be willing to learn new techniques as the projects develop. This is a full-time, in-person research position.

Job Duties

• Collects, compiles, and analyzes data.
• Conducts literature searches and summarizes information in an appropriate format for a particular study.
• Documents results of experiments.
• Selects, evaluates, and applies techniques used in routine research.
• Prepares figures and assists in writing reports related to experiments performed.
• Performs mammalian cell culture.
• Performs experiments using cellular and molecular biology technologies including qRT-PCR, ChIP–PCR, IP, western blotting and FACS with detailed record keeping.
• Participates in lab meetings.
• Maintains lab supplies and inventory (ordering, stocking, preparing solutions/media).
• Maintains general lab environment that includes but not limited to, equipment maintenance and repairs, organization, and cleanliness of the lab.
• Maintains and ensures compliance with biosafety and laboratory regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with in vivo tumor models and/or bioinformatics is preferred. The applicant should have a strong record of achievements and publications, encompass the ability to work independently and in a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment, and demonstrate excellent scientific communication and writing skills.
• Prior experiences in tissue culture and basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, DNA purification, Western blot, … etc) are required.
• Experience in molecular biology, excellent aseptic techniques, and general skills common to a molecular biology lab is desirable.
• Experience in cancer research and ChIP-PCR.
• Experience using animal (mouse) models in cancer research is a plus.
• Has strong documentation and organizational skills with the ability to keep accurate records of all work performed.
• Has good analytical and computer skills.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn new techniques with instruction.
• Demonstrates strong work ethic, including ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, use good judgment, and complete duties.