Postdoctoral Research Associate - Neurosurgery

WashU Medicine

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base pyy is commensurate with experience; bonus/eq...
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Cancer immunotherapy
Brain tumor biology
Neuroimmunology
The Postdoctoral Research Associate position at WashU Medicine in St. Louis seeks candidates with a doctoral degree and a focus on cancer immunotherapy, brain tumor biology, or neuroimmunology. The role involves training under a faculty mentor, assisting in research design and reporting, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards

Job Summary

  • The Thompson lab focuses on developing Immunotherapeutics for the treatment of pediatric brain tumors.
  • Current projects include developing peptide vaccines directed at CMV antigens in tumors and determining the role of NK cells in the treatment of pediatric brain tumors with immunotherapies.
  • Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees.

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The Postdoctoral Research Associate position at WashU Medicine in St. Louis seeks candidates with a doctoral degree and a focus on cancer immunotherapy, brain tumor biology, or neuroimmunology. The role involves training under a faculty mentor, assisting in research design and reporting, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards.

Salary

Base pay is commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cancer immunotherapy
  • brain tumor biology
  • neuroimmunology
  • pediatric brain tumors
  • peptide vaccines
  • NK cells

Nice-to-have

  • collegial conduct
  • ethical research standards
  • open and timely discussion

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree
  • No specific work experience is required
  • No specific certification/professional license is required

Work Rights

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