Senior Scientist - Cancer Cell Biology

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Base: $93,600.00 - $156,000.00; bonus/equity: 12.5...
Oncogenic cell signaling
Tumor plasticity and heterogeneity
Adaptive networks and acquired resistance
The Pfizer Oncology Research Unit (ORU) is working to change the trajectory of cancer by translating breakthrough discoveries into transformative medicines for patients

Job Summary

  • The Pfizer Oncology Research Unit (ORU) is working to change the trajectory of cancer by translating breakthrough discoveries into transformative medicines for patients.
  • In this role, you will be an integral contributor to efforts aimed at targeting oncogenic drivers and tumor‑intrinsic vulnerabilities using next‑generation small and large molecule modalities.
  • We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments.

Matching Summary

The Pfizer Oncology Research Unit (ORU) is working to change the trajectory of cancer by translating breakthrough discoveries into transformative medicines for patients.

Salary

Base: $93,600.00 - $156,000.00; Bonus/Equity: 12.5% bonus target; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), paid time off, medical, dental, vision

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Oncogenic Cell Signaling
  • Tumor Plasticity and Heterogeneity
  • Adaptive networks and Acquired resistance
  • Proximity-first Biology mechanisms
  • core cell and molecular biology techniques
  • functional genomics and protein interrogation approaches

Nice-to-have

  • major oncogenic drivers and signaling pathways
  • large multi-omic datasets
  • computational experience using R

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Tumor Biology or related field with 1+ years postdoctoral experience
  • B.S. or M.S. in Tumor Biology or related field with >8 years research experience
  • first-author publication in reputable peer-reviewed journal
  • oral and poster presentations at internationally recognized conference series
  • co-authored publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals
  • query oncology databases like cBioportal, TCGA, DepMap, Project Score

Work Rights

Permanent work authorization in the United States

Tailored Resume

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