Postdoctoral Research Associate - Wu Lab
About The Position
We are seeking motivated postdoctoral fellows with a track record of productivity and strong interest in cancer metabolism and immunometabolism. Applicants should have a recent doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or combined degrees), with a general background in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, and genetics. A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available to study molecular regulation of nucleotide metabolism across diverse human pathophysiological contexts. As a part of the newly established St. Jude Center for Pharmacogenomics, our laboratory aims to uncover fundamental mechanisms governing metabolic reprogramming and translate these discoveries into therapeutic strategies for human disease. We employ multidisciplinary approaches, including CRISPR-based functional genomics, stable isotope tracing, metabolomics, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and mouse models to investigate how nucleotide metabolism influences disease progression and treatment response. Our laboratory is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment where trainees can thrive scientifically and professionally. Postdoctoral fellows will receive individualized mentorship, opportunities to develop independent research programs, and strong support for career advancement in academia.
Requirements
- Recent doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or combined degrees).
- General background in molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, and genetics.
- Track record of productivity.
- Strong interest in cancer metabolism and immunometabolism.
Responsibilities
- Study molecular regulation of nucleotide metabolism across diverse human pathophysiological contexts.
- Uncover fundamental mechanisms governing metabolic reprogramming.
- Translate discoveries into therapeutic strategies for human disease.
- Investigate how nucleotide metabolism influences disease progression and treatment response using multidisciplinary approaches.
- Receive individualized mentorship.
- Develop independent research programs.
- Receive strong support for career advancement in academia.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
