Postdoctoral Scientist Position in Immuno-metabolism
About The Position
Postdoctoral Scientist positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Bin Zheng, Debra Black Chair in Melanoma Research, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. The laboratory is interested in basic and translational research on metabolic regulation of anti-tumor immunity, focusing on melanoma. The goal is to translate these findings into personalized targeted and immunotherapies, contributing to finding cures for cancer. Specific research areas include MDSC immunometabolism; metabolic heterogeneity, 3D genome organization; and AMPK signaling in cancer. The Postdoctoral Scientist will work independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists, performing routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period. They may develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols, analyze and interpret data, and assist in the preparation of grant proposals. Participation in publications and presentations as author or co-author is expected. The role is not responsible for generating grant funds.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree (MD, PhD, VMD, or DDS) in an area directly related to the field of research specialization.
- Ability to work independently on research projects designed by a mentor or Principal Investigator within the area of specialization.
- Demonstrated ability to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection and analysis.
- Ability to operate and maintain specialized mechanical, medical, and/or research equipment.
- Knowledge of applicable safety standards and specialized equipment maintenance.
Nice To Haves
- Cancer metabolism / tumor metabolism
- Immunology and tumor immunology
- Immunometabolism
- Cancer biology, preferably with experience in melanoma or solid tumors
- Myeloid biology / MDSC biology (myeloid-derived suppressor cells)
- Experience studying metabolic regulation of immune responses
- Molecular and cellular biology techniques relevant to cancer and immunology research
- Experience with signaling pathways, particularly AMPK or metabolic signaling
- Experience with genomics, epigenomics, or 3D genome/chromatin organization
- Experience with in vivo cancer models and/or translational research
- Demonstrated scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications
- Strong ability to design experiments, analyze data, troubleshoot, and work independently
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research environment
Responsibilities
- May assist in the preparation of grant proposals, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
- May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
- Designs and performs experiments.
- Keeps appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyzes the results with the Principal Investigator.
- May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
- Analyzes, interprets, summarizes, and compiles data.
- Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
- Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
- May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
