Post Doctoral Scientist CancerEpigeneticsBioinformaticsNucleic Acid Metabolism
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Job Location:
Columbus, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview:
This position is in the Center for Childhood Cancer Research in Dr. Alex Bishops lab. Our team is focused on understanding the underlying biology that is dysregulated in Ewing sarcoma with the long-term goal of identifying therapeutic vulnerabilities. The postdoc is expected to take a lead role in a project investigating the biology of R-loops in Ewing sarcoma (mechanistic regulation modulation dependency programs and targeting)using molecular cell biology genomics single cell and microscopic techniques. Experience in some or all of these areas is desirable. Motivation and interest to drive and develop the project is critical for success as is a willingness to participate in a collaborative environment.
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
- Designs experiments develops protocols and conducts research under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
- Assists in the training and supervision of technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
- Records and analyzes data generated by the research study. Assists in the development of hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.
- Assists with the preparation of scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Presents findings at local and national research forums.
- Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.
- Works toward research independence preparing to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.
Education Requirement:
PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science required.
Licensure Requirement:
(not specified)
Certifications:
(not specified)
Skills:
- Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists physicians and laboratory colleagues.
- Excellent laboratory technical skills.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.
Experience:
Research experience from PhD program required.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist Climb stairs/ladder Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs
FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs Standing Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Color vision Computer skills Decision Making Depth perception Flexing/extending of neck Hand use: grasping gripping turning Hearing acuity Interpreting Data Peripheral vision Problem solving Reaching above shoulder Repetitive hand/arm use Seeing Far/near Sitting Squat/kneel
Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
Pressure in this position will vary depending on the workload. The workload will be heavy but manageable most of the time. Pressure may arise in the face of deadlines associated research and manuscript writing.
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
Nationwide Children's Hospital is one of the largest and most comprehensive pediatric hospitals and research institutes in the United States.
