POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW – CANTOR LAB
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
- Location: Boston, MA
- Job Number: 7361868
- Posting Date: Newly posted
Job Description
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW – CANTOR LAB
DEPARTMENT OF CANCER IMMUNOLOGY & VIROLOGY
DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE – HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL
Overview
The Cantor laboratory investigates the immune response of T cell genes and their products in the context of anti-tumor immunity, antibody-mediated rejection, and autoimmune and neurodegenerative disorders.
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leading research center with a vibrant, interactive research community in basic and translational research. Our research program provides substantial scientific resources within a stimulating and collegial research environment. Successful candidates will receive joint appointments at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Department of Immunology, Harvard Medical School.
Responsibilities
• Develop and apply novel approaches to immunotherapy.
• Conduct preclinical studies in mouse models and/or human systems.
• Perform in vitro and in vivo studies with murine or human T cells and other immune cells.
• Apply immunological techniques, including multicolor flow cytometry.
• Use relevant molecular and cellular methods, including CRISPR-based approaches, RNA/DNA analyses (RNA-seq), immunohistochemistry, immunoprecipitation, and immunoblotting.
• Maintain thorough experimental records; analyze, present, and write up data for reports and manu-scripts.
• Contribute to general laboratory organization and safety practices.
Qualifications
• Recent PhD or MD/PhD in immunology (or a related field) with experience in murine or human T-cell im-munology, molecular biology, antibody development, and in vivo modeling.
• Strong record of scientific accomplishment preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct self-directed research and work effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and highly responsible.
Application Materials
• Cover letter summarizing your background, experience, and accomplishments, and how they relate to this position
• CV and bibliography
• Names and email addresses of 3-4 references
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
Inquiries and applications should be directed to:
Madison Martinez, PhD
Program Administrator, Cantor Group
[email protected]
DEPARTMENT OF CANCER IMMUNOLOGY & VIROLOGY
DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE – HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL
Overview
The Cantor laboratory investigates the immune response of T cell genes and their products in the context of anti-tumor immunity, antibody-mediated rejection, and autoimmune and neurodegenerative disorders.
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leading research center with a vibrant, interactive research community in basic and translational research. Our research program provides substantial scientific resources within a stimulating and collegial research environment. Successful candidates will receive joint appointments at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Department of Immunology, Harvard Medical School.
Responsibilities
• Develop and apply novel approaches to immunotherapy.
• Conduct preclinical studies in mouse models and/or human systems.
• Perform in vitro and in vivo studies with murine or human T cells and other immune cells.
• Apply immunological techniques, including multicolor flow cytometry.
• Use relevant molecular and cellular methods, including CRISPR-based approaches, RNA/DNA analyses (RNA-seq), immunohistochemistry, immunoprecipitation, and immunoblotting.
• Maintain thorough experimental records; analyze, present, and write up data for reports and manu-scripts.
• Contribute to general laboratory organization and safety practices.
Qualifications
• Recent PhD or MD/PhD in immunology (or a related field) with experience in murine or human T-cell im-munology, molecular biology, antibody development, and in vivo modeling.
• Strong record of scientific accomplishment preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct self-directed research and work effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and highly responsible.
Application Materials
• Cover letter summarizing your background, experience, and accomplishments, and how they relate to this position
• CV and bibliography
• Names and email addresses of 3-4 references
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law.
Inquiries and applications should be directed to:
Madison Martinez, PhD
Program Administrator, Cantor Group
[email protected]
