Postdoctoral Associate - Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics - Dr. Nwosu Lab

Postdoctoral Associate - Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics - Dr. Nwosu Lab

Academic Job Description

Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics

Postdoctoral Associate in the Nwosu Lab

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose-driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world-renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns:
We believe that achieving next-generation scientific breakthroughs requires an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems. We believe that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right. We believe that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere. By working in and across multiple scientific areas, CALS can address challenges and opportunities of the greatest relevance, here in New York, across the nation, and around the world.

The Nwosu lab has an open position for a Postdoctoral Associate. We are seeking to hire a versatile Postdoctoral Associate with experience in a number of areas of cancer research, cancer metabolism, immunometabolism, genomics and therapeutics. The candidate should be highly enthusiastic about conducting cancer research and should ideally be committed to pursuing a career in the cancer field as demonstrated by track record of prior publications and related accomplishments from doctoral studies.

The project will require the use of cell lines and mouse models to mechanistically determine how tumor-intrinsic and systemic metabolism impacts cancer therapy. The individual will also be expected to be excited and motivated to compete for fellowships, should have some experience in mentoring students, and should be able to interact with collaborators. Besides research, the applicants will be encouraged to participate in career development activities within and outside the university.

Salaries are set at the NIH rate.

• Research: 95% - the postdoc will apply methods including but not limited to cell culture, gene interference, mass spectrometry, biochemical assays, testing with pharmacological compounds and mouse models. The postdoc will write manuscripts, mentor students, interact with collaborators, and adopt and optimize relevant techniques for the project where applicable.
• Professional development: 5%

• PhD in molecular biology, cancer biology, biochemistry, tumor immunology, pharmaceutical sciences, and other life sciences is required.
• Experience in cell culture is required.
• Experience in cloning/molecular techniques, and mouse work is necessary.
• Basic knowledge of cancer biology is required (candidates whose doctoral studies did not focus on cancer or metabolism-related diseases like obesity and diabetes should not apply).
• Evidence of publication from doctoral work is required.
• Experience in cancer research and bioinformatics analysis is desirable but not essential.
• Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references via the website.

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Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

CALS hiring salary for this title is $61,008.
Pay Range: $61,008.00 - $87,000.00

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