Postdoctoral Research Associate - Otolaryngology

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base pyy commensurate with experience; benefits co...
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Phd or equivalent terminal degree
Experience in cancer biology
First-author publication record
** The Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Puram Lab, focusing on tumor heterogeneity in head and neck cancers. The role requires a PhD holder with relevant research experience in cancer biology and offers opportunities for scientific growth within a collaborative research environment. **

Job Summary

  • The position focuses on investigating mechanisms underlying tumor heterogeneity in head and neck cancers using advanced single-cell sequencing technologies.
  • Candidates will perform and oversee major research projects involving defining expression heterogeneity, dissecting cell state pathways, and establishing novel human tumor models.
  • WashU Medicine offers a highly interactive environment with access to top-tier research facilities and comprehensive career development training through various campus centers.

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** The Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Puram Lab, focusing on tumor heterogeneity in head and neck cancers. The role requires a PhD holder with relevant research experience in cancer biology and offers opportunities for scientific growth within a collaborative research environment. **

Salary

Base pay commensurate with experience; Benefits consistent with NIH guidelines; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD or equivalent terminal degree
  • Experience in cancer biology
  • First-author publication record
  • Molecular biology techniques
  • Tumor sample processing skills
  • Functional assay experience

Nice-to-have

  • Bioinformatics experience valued
  • Strong collaborative skills
  • Independent scientific thinking
  • Genomics expertise
  • Enthusiasm for scientific growth

Key Requirements

  • PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree required
  • Demonstrated track record of prior success
  • Prior first-author or co-first publications required
  • Relevant research experience in cancer biology
  • Ability to work with research animals

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