Postdoctoral Research Associate - Splicing In Hepatoblastoma
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Research/Development
Research Scientist -
Healthcare
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Splicing In Hepatoblastoma
Location:
Memphis, TN
Category:
Postdoc
Department:
Surgery
Shift: Weekday Day
Position Type:
Full Time
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Reference: JR6242
Job DescriptionThe Yang Lab in the Department of Surgery e Children’s Research Hospital is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our translational research team. The research focuses on understanding and targeting splicing factors in high-risk hepatoblastoma. This work is highly mechanistic and translational, leveraging cutting-edge genetic and pharmacologic tools in patient-derived xenografts and genetically engineered mouse models to inform better therapies.
Key Responsibilities- Design and conduct experiments investigating the role of splicing regulators in regulating therapy resistance by molecular, cellular, and biochemical techniques.
- Evaluate preclinical efficacy of splicing inhibitors in combination with standard therapies.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team including cancer biologists and clinicians.
- Present findings at national and international meetings and contribute to manuscript preparation and grant proposals.
- A Ph.D. (or nearing completion) in molecular biology, cancer biology, biochemistry, developmental biology, immunology, or related fields.
- Experience with mouse models, genome editing is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and a collaborative mindset.
- A strong publication record demonstrating scientific rigor and productivity.
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