Post Doctoral Fellow

Emory University; Arkansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University in Atlanta invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Bhatt Lab at the Winship Cancer Institute. The project studies non-genetic mechanisms of therapy resistance in leukemia, combining hematology, engineering, and computational methods.

Ideal candidate has a fresh PhD, wet-lab experience, expertise in epigenetics (ChIP-seq/ATAC-seq), ability to handle sequencing data, strong writing, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in relevant field.
• Excellent writing and strong oral communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
• Additional qualifications as specified by the PI.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts research under mentorship to enhance professional skills.
• Designs and evaluates experiments within the lab focus.
• Develops new ideas to advance current research.
• Prepares and publishes manuscripts under PI guidance.
• May operate equipment; may teach techniques and supervise staff.

Skills

Wet-lab skills

Epigenetics (ChIP-seq/ATAC-seq)

Computational data analysis

Scientific writing

Education

PhD or equivalent in relevant field

Tools

ChIP-seq analysis

ATAC-seq pipelines

Job description

Locations: Atlanta, Georgia

Categories: Faculty and Faculty Equivalent

Req ID: 172095

Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

Bhatt Lab, Winship Cancer Institute, Emory
Non-genetic mechanisms of therapy resistance in leukemia | NCI R37-funded

We're looking for a postdoc to join our team studying how leukemia cells dodge therapy through non-genetic and epigenetic adaptation (drug-tolerant persister states). The position will be funded through the new award - NCI R37 MERIT Award.

Bhatt lab (https://www.bhatt-lab.com/) is based at Winship Cancer Institute with a joint home in the GT–Emory Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering, so there's a good mix of hematology, engineering, and computational folks around.

What we're looking for:

• Fresh PhD grads with no more than 1-2 years of postdoc experience
• Solid wet‑lab chops, and genuinely comfortable with epigenetics (ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, chromatin stuff)
• Not afraid of computational/genomic data — you don't need to be a bioinformatician, but you should be able to dig into sequencing datasets and work with people who are
• Some evidence you can write and finish projects (papers, preprints, a solid thesis)
• Someone who's independent but also likes being part of a team

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career.
• The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc.
• Designs and evaluates experiments.
• Develops new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• May be responsible for operation of specific equipment.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff.
• Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee.
• The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available.
• Appointments cannot exceed five years.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field.
• Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
• Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator.

NOTE:

Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at [e-mail] or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.