Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Shapiro Lab

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Post-doctoral position in the laboratory of Dr. Geoffrey Shapiro at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School.

The fellow will study CDK inhibitors in ER+ breast cancer and CDK4-dependent cancers, aiming to reverse inhibitor resistance while contributing to translational research efforts. Located in Boston, Dana-Farber is a leader in cancer research and patient care, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to publishing impactful findings and presentations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D./M.D.-Ph.D. with solid background in cell cycle biology and translational research.
• Demonstrated ability to complete complex research projects during Ph.D.
• Experience with CRISPR and/or drug sensitivity screens; patient‑derived xenograft models beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret experiments.
• Prepare scientific presentations and publications.
• Collaborate with partners and interact with collaborators.
• Supervise technicians or students as needed.

Education

Ph.D./M.D.-Ph.D.

Tools

Flow cytometry

Tissue culture

PCR

Western blot

Job description

Post-doctoral position available in the laboratory of Dr. Geoffrey Shapiro at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School. The fellow will engage in studies of cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) inhibitors in models of ER+ breast cancer and other CDK4-dependent cancers, with an overarching theme of reversing CDK inhibitor resistance.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments.
• Preparation of scientific presentations and publications.
• Interactions with collaborators.
• Supervision of technicians or students as needed.

Qualifications:

• Ph.Ds or M.D./Ph.Ds with a solid background in cell cycle biology and an interest in translational research are encouraged to apply.
• Only candidates with demonstrated ability for completing complex research projects during their Ph.D. and significant experience in standard laboratory techniques (including flow cytometry, tissue culture, PCR, western blots, etc.) will be considered.
• Experience with CRISPR and/or drug sensitivity screens, as well as work in patient‑derived xenograft models will be helpful.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

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$72,000.00 - $76,385.00