Postdoctoral Researcher

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Postdoctoral Researcher position at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute focuses on advancing research in immunology, particularly the role of tissue-resident lymphocytes in cancer and inflammatory skin diseases. The successful candidate will lead grant-funded projects, utilizing both in vivo transgenic mouse models and ex vivo human tissue experiments, while benefiting from a collaborative environment and significant computational support for data analysis.

Requirements

• Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent in Immunology, Cell Biology, Dermatology, Computational Biology, or a relevant field.
• No more than 1 year of prior postdoc experience.
• Experience in immunology assays, cell culture, flow cytometry, and in vivo experiments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passion for science and inquiry.
• Ability to synthesize results to formulate hypotheses.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

• At least one published or in revision 1st author manuscript in a peer-reviewed English language journal.
• Experience with single cell RNA-sequencing and spatial transcriptomics.
• Experience with computational analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare manuscripts, grants, and present research findings as abstracts or oral presentations.
• Attend weekly group meetings and 1:1 meetings to present data and interpretation of results, troubleshoot research results, and suggest next steps.
• Attend research-related meetings including team meetings, seminars, and journal clubs.
• Perform experiments utilizing appropriate lab or computational techniques with proficiency, evaluate results, and determine the next steps to complete projects and present data.
• Stay updated on scientific literature and build skills to maximize project potential.
• Duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage at no or low cost to employees.
• Retirement plans with contributions from OHSU.
• 80 hours of vacation time per year.
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated for part-time employees).
• Commuter subsidies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance, and other supplemental benefits.
• Annual raises.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses.

What This Job Offers

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