Postdoc: CRISPR Genome Editing for Cancer Therapy

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 63,480 - 77,076; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Medical and dental plans

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join Dr. Shunqing Liang's laboratory in the Department of Medicine. The position focuses on using CRISPR-mediated gene editing for cancer research, specifically targeting lung and liver diseases.

Applicants should hold a recent Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. with expertise in cancer biology and in-vivo gene editing. The position offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong background in cancer biology, molecular biology, or related fields.
• Experience with next-generation gene-editing technologies.
• Technical skills for mouse in-vivo work, including IV injections and necropsy.
• Advanced knowledge in in-vivo techniques, such as liver perfusion.
• Publication record in relevant peer-reviewed journals.
• Highly motivated candidates encouraged to apply.
• Fluency in one programming language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Characterize cancer-associated mutations using CRISPR techniques.
• Investigate the pathogenic impact of mutations on tumorigenesis.
• Participate in collaborative projects and present at conferences.

Skills

In-vivo gene editing

Molecular biology

Cancer biology

Technical skills for mouse work

Programming (Python, R/Matlab)

Education

Recent Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.

Tools

Next-generation gene-editing technologies

CRISPR techniques

Job description

The University of Minnesota in Minneapolis is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join Dr. Shunqing Liang's laboratory in the Department of Medicine. The position focuses on using CRISPR-mediated gene editing for cancer research, specifically targeting lung and liver diseases.

Applicants should hold a recent Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. with expertise in cancer biology and in-vivo gene editing. The position offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.