Postdoc Research Fellow — Wee1/CDK4/6 in HNSCC

Fred Hutchinson Cancer 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

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.