Postdoc Scientist: Hematopoietic Stem Cells & Gene Therapy

cincinnatichildrens; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a passionate postdoctoral scientist with 3–4 years of experience in human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell research and in gene transfer or gene editing. Responsibilities include stem cell isolation and expansion, optimizing transduction of hematopoietic stem cells, and performing xenograft transplants for gene therapy of hemoglobinopathies.

The role involves designing and executing experiments, recording data, publishing reports and abstracts, and

Qualifications

• PhD required for postdoctoral scientist role.
• 3+ years of work experience in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute and record laboratory experiments following standard protocols.
• Perform stem cell isolation, expansion and gene transfer to optimize transduction of hematopoietic stem cells.
• Conduct xenograft transplants for gene therapy in hemoglobinopathies.
• Publish findings as scientific reports and abstracts; present at meetings.
• Train and supervise laboratory personnel; participate in meetings and publications.
• Assist in budgeting, track expenditures and manage resources.
• Maintain equipment and ensure data integrity with quality checks.

Education

PhD

Job description

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a passionate postdoctoral scientist with 3–4 years of experience in human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell research and in gene transfer or gene editing. Responsibilities include stem cell isolation and expansion, optimizing transduction of hematopoietic stem cells, and performing xenograft transplants for gene therapy of hemoglobinopathies.

The role involves designing and executing experiments, recording data, publishing reports and abstracts, and