Post Doctoral Scholar - Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Ohio State University

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Post Doctoral Scholar will pursue specialized research training and experience under the guidance of scientific mentor Dr. Liping Yang at the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Ohio State University. The Post Doctoral Scholar conducts research to dissect the mechanisms driving the transformation of immunosuppressive cells within the tumor microenvironment (TME), identify and characterize novel factors that contribute to the immunosuppressive landscape, and engineer targeted therapeutics to modulate the TME for safer and more effective cancer treatment. These will include the use of biochemistry, cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, proteomics, animal modeling and mouse genetics, translational medicine, and/or the use of human tumor models of solid tumors (e.g. breast cancer, colon cancer, neuroblastoma). Participates in analyzing data for reports for the purpose of grants submissions; trains staff in molecular biology techniques and general laboratory skills; assists PI with grant proposals to obtain outside funding from state and federal agencies; participates in analyzing data for reports for the purpose of grants submissions.

Requirements

• A Doctoral degree (within 3 years) in Immunology, Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in a research capacity required.
• Strong background in immunology, cell biology, or cancer research.
• Experience with mouse models, flow cytometry, and molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

• First-author publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals.
• Experience with CRISPR-based functional screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to dissect the mechanisms driving the transformation of immunosuppressive cells within the tumor microenvironment (TME).
• Identify and characterize novel factors that contribute to the immunosuppressive landscape.
• Engineer targeted therapeutics to modulate the TME for safer and more effective cancer treatment.
• Analyze data for reports for the purpose of grants submissions.
• Train staff in molecular biology techniques and general laboratory skills.
• Assist PI with grant proposals to obtain outside funding from state and federal agencies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree