Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pediatrics Hematology & Oncology

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base pyy commensurate with experience; not specifi...
Ph.d. or m.d./ph.d. in biological sciences
Experience with mouse handling
Primary cell culture expertise
The position focuses on identifying genetic, neurodevelopmental, and environmental factors that increase tumorigenesis rates following oncogenic mutations in the brain

Job Summary

  • The position focuses on identifying genetic, neurodevelopmental, and environmental factors that increase tumorigenesis rates following oncogenic mutations in the brain.
  • Trainees will gain experience in mouse models of pediatric brain tumors, neural stem cell biology, and translational research under faculty supervision.
  • The role requires managing an independent project leading to a first-author publication while adhering to ethical standards and good laboratory practices.

Matching Summary

The position focuses on identifying genetic, neurodevelopmental, and environmental factors that increase tumorigenesis rates following oncogenic mutations in the brain.

Salary

Base pay commensurate with experience; Not specified; Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in biological sciences
  • Experience with mouse handling
  • Primary cell culture expertise
  • Immunohistochemistry skills
  • Molecular biology techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Programming skills desired
  • Strong spoken communication
  • Written communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D., M.D. or Equivalent Doctoral Degree required
  • No specific work experience required
  • No specific certification required

Work Rights

Not specified

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