Postdoc: Translational Genomics & CRISPR in Cancer

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center; United States; On-site; USD 80,172 - 91,304; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision benefits

Dental benefits

Paid vacation (22 days)

Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to join their cutting-edge Li Lab. The fellow will independently lead research on prostate cancer progression using CRISPR technologies. Responsibilities include designing research projects, developing screening strategies, and mentoring junior lab members. A PhD in cancer biology or related field and strong molecular biology background are required. The annual salary ranges from $80,172 to $91,304, with comprehensive benefits including paid vacation and parental leave.

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in cancer biology, cell biology, genetics, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in molecular biology and cell biology.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic about cancer research.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute independent research projects under mentorship.
• Develop and implement CRISPR-based screening strategies.
• Integrate genetic, epigenetic, and pharmacologic perturbations.
• Participate in grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Mentor junior lab members.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

CRISPR-based technologies

Gene regulation

Communication skills

Education

PhD in cancer biology or related field

Tools

Next-generation sequencing

Single-cell sequencing

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is seeking a highly motivated Post-Doctoral Research Fellow to join their cutting-edge Li Lab. The fellow will independently lead research on prostate cancer progression using CRISPR technologies. Responsibilities include designing research projects, developing screening strategies, and mentoring junior lab members. A PhD in cancer biology or related field and strong molecular biology background are required. The annual salary ranges from $80,172 to $91,304, with comprehensive benefits including paid vacation and parental leave.