Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,172 - 95,014; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation (22 days/year)

Paid sick leave (up to 30 days)

Paid holidays (13 days/year)

Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)

Onsite health clinic

Income-based child-care subsidy

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is seeking a motivated Post-Doctoral Research Fellow focused on studying molecular pathogenesis in head and neck squamous cell cancer. Responsibilities include designing and executing cell biology experiments, and collaborative research with other groups. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in a relevant field, experience in molecular biology techniques, and a record of research productivity. The position offers a salary range of $80,172 to $95,014 along with extensive benefits, including paid vacation and sick leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or M.D., Ph.D. (or equivalent) in cell and molecular biology, cancer biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Broad expertise in cell and molecular biology methods with the ability to master new techniques and approaches.
• Experience with mouse models and xenografting preferred.
• Experience in functional genomics and/or drug screening preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Record of productive research, including at least one primary publication in an impactful peer-reviewed journal.
• Ability to independently plan, conduct, and analyze research.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute cell and molecular biology experiments.
• Engage in high-throughput functional genomics and drug screening.
• Conduct gene expression analyses in tissue-culture cells.
• Utilize murine models of cancer and genomics/proteomics.
• Develop independent research projects and lead collaborations.

Education

Ph.D., M.D., or M.D., Ph.D. in a relevant field

Job description

Responsibilities

The Clurman lab is seeking a highly qualified and motivated Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to study molecular pathogenesis and therapeutic strategies associated with two promising cell‑cycle targets in head and neck squamous cell cancer (HNSCC), Wee1 and CDK4/6.

This position is primarily based in the Clurman lab but offers collaborative opportunities with other Fred Hutch research groups within the HNSCC team, including Taran Gujral, Slobodan Beronja, and Patrick Paddison.

Core responsibilities include designing and executing a broad array of cell and molecular biology experiments, including high‑throughput functional genomics and drug screening, gene expression analyses in tissue‑culture cells, and the use of murine models of cancer and genomics/proteomics. The role requires independent research project development and the ability to lead collaborations.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD, M.D., or M.D., Ph.D. (or equivalent) in cell and molecular biology, cancer biology, biochemistry, or a related field
• Broad expertise in cell and molecular biology methods with the ability to master new techniques and approaches
• Experience with mouse models and xenografting preferred
• Experience in functional genomics and/or drug screening preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Record of productive research, including at least one primary publication in an impactful peer‑reviewed journal
• Ability to independently plan, conduct, and analyze research

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary range is $80,172 to $95,014, contingent on experience and qualifications.

This position is not eligible for H‑1B sponsorship at this time.

Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, income‑based child‑care subsidy, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans.