Post Doctoral Research Scholar
About The Position
This is a two-year post-doctoral appointment (with possible renewal) to provide advance research training to individuals with a doctoral degree in the biological sciences and to further the basic and translational research goals in the Children's Research Institute. The postdoctoral research fellow will conduct high quality research in basic and translational science. Our lab has recently developed an embryonic transplant model of invasion that can identify the most highly invasive and motile population within a tumor. Applying this to neuroblastoma, a pediatric cancer will poor survival and high recurrence rate, we identified a 22-gene panel of potentially targetable novel biomarkers and are poised to test these in a neuroblastoma organoid model. The postdoctoral research fellow will take a leading role in developing patient specific neuroblastoma organoids from a patient's blood sample working with a current research scientist within the lab. Additionally, the postdoc will use this platform to elucidate the function of newly discovered molecular targets to inhibit tumor growth and invasion. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or MD or related doctoral level degree in a relevant discipline
- 1-2 years experience
Responsibilities
- Conducting original laboratory research in the general areas of biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, genomics, and neuroscience
- Analysis of research data
Benefits
- The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
