Postdoctoral Research Associate - Oncology

Washington University in St. Louis • St. Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vindigni Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on the mechanisms of DNA replication stress response to chemotherapeutics. Our group focuses on DNA replication and repair, and the roles of these pathways in cancer initiation, progression and response to chemotherapy and immunotherapy. We recently identified new pathways by which replication responds to DNA-damaging chemotherapeutics and provided insights on how to target these pathways to increase chemotherapeutic sensitivity. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will have the opportunity to acquire and develop new skills, including application of state-of-the-art imaging techniques to study perturbations in replication fork dynamics genome-wide at single-molecule resolution. They will also have the opportunity to work closely within a wide network of basic research and clinical collaborators and communicate results to the scientific community through conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, while working in a supportive, highly collaborative and energetic environment. In addition to high-quality research facilities, career and professional development training for postdoctoral researchers is provided through the Career Center, Teaching Center, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, and campus groups. The postdoctoral research associate will have opportunities to acquire and develop new skills, work closely with the PI and collaborators.

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree.
• No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Not Applicable
• A driver's license is not required for this position.
• Have a 5-year term limit that includes previous experience.

Nice To Haves

• No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Collaboration
• Data Analysis
• Data Interpretations
• Experimentation
• Laboratory Operations
• Laboratory Techniques
• Researching
• Results Reporting
• Scientific Writing

Responsibilities

• Manages their own project, which should lead to a first author publication.
• Develops expertise in state-of-the-art imaging techniques to study perturbations in replication fork dynamics.
• Develops proficiency in career skills, including writing, public speaking, networking, and critical evaluation of scientific literature.
• Presents scientific work both inside and outside the university with excellent oral communication skills.
• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package

What This Job Offers

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