Postdoc: R-loops in Ewing Sarcoma – Genomics & Bioinformatics

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital's Center for Childhood Cancer Research in Columbus, OH, seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead investigations into the biology of R-loops in Ewing sarcoma. The role involves mechanistic studies using molecular biology, genomics, single-cell analyses, and microscopy, with collaboration across NCH and The Ohio State University.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, and present findings under mentorship, with appointment up to seven years

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant science field.
• Experience conducting research during PhD program.

Responsibilities

• Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts research under a faculty mentor.
• Trains and supervises technical staff to perform essential techniques.
• Records and analyzes data; develops hypotheses for further study.
• Prepares scientific papers and presents findings at conferences.
• Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts at NCH or OSU.
• Works toward research independence and seeks external funding opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Lab techniques

Computer skills

Qualitative methods

Quantitative methods

Project management

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital's Center for Childhood Cancer Research in Columbus, OH, seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead investigations into the biology of R-loops in Ewing sarcoma. The role involves mechanistic studies using molecular biology, genomics, single-cell analyses, and microscopy, with collaboration across NCH and The Ohio State University.

The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze data, and present findings under mentorship, with appointment up to seven years