Postdoctoral Associate- Yu Lab

Details • Washington DC, WA

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About The Position

A full-time Postdoctoral Associate is sought for the lab of Dr. Jia-Ray Yu at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion, located at Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus (CNRIC) in Washington, DC. The Yu lab studies the fundamental mechanisms underlying epigenetic regulation in human cancers. We use a range of tools and techniques include advanced molecular biology, biochemistry, reconstituted systems, stem cell cultures, and genomic sequencing. In addition to our research, we are actively engaged with the surrounding community through outreach programs. We seek a qualified individual to work across multiple projects in the lab to standardize our cell culture protocols and methods in order to investigate chromatin mechanisms in stem cells and cancers. This individual will also train new lab members in appropriate methodology and laboratory technique as needed as well as be knowledgeable about all equipment and resources within the lab. This position will be expected to collaboratively work within the lab and also with external collaborators to the lab.

Requirements

• PhD in Biology or Biochemistry related field with equitable laboratory experience.
• PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills.
• Effective project and time management.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to document protocols, techniques, and maintain inventories.
• Extensive expertise in molecular biology and biochemistry.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Standardize cell culture protocols and methods.
• Investigate chromatin mechanisms in stem cells and cancers.
• Train new lab members in appropriate methodology and laboratory technique.
• Maintain knowledge of all equipment and resources within the lab.
• Collaboratively work within the lab and also with external collaborators.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees