GU Oncology Translational Research Fellow

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Taplin Lab. The role focuses on pathology-guided translational research in GU oncology, with emphasis on prostate cancer, and involves collaboration with clinicians, pathologists, and scientists to advance biomarker development and novel treatment strategies.

You will analyze tissue specimens, integrate molecular data with clinical information, and contribute to manuscript preparation

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in pathology, cancer biology, biomedical sciences, or related field.
• Interest in GU pathology and translational oncology.
• Experience with tissue-based research, histology, immunohistochemistry, molecular methods, or related techniques.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pathology-focused translational research in GU malignancies, especially prostate cancer
• Analyze tissue specimens and correlate pathologic findings with molecular and clinical data
• Collaborate with clinicians, pathologists, and laboratory scientists on ongoing research studies
• Assist with biospecimen annotation, data interpretation, and manuscript preparation
• Present research findings in meetings and scientific forums

Skills

Tissue-based research

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Molecular methods

Data interpretation

Scientific communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent in pathology or cancer biology

Job description

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Taplin Lab. The role focuses on pathology-guided translational research in GU oncology, with emphasis on prostate cancer, and involves collaboration with clinicians, pathologists, and scientists to advance biomarker development and novel treatment strategies.

You will analyze tissue specimens, integrate molecular data with clinical information, and contribute to manuscript preparation