Expected Starting Salary Range: - Research Fellow salaries align with the NIH extramural payscales. Research Associate salary is commensurate with relevant experience

The Lu lab has an opening for self-motivated individuals interested in a postdoctoral position doing cutting-edge research on brain tumorigenesis, tumor immunology, immunotherapy, and cancer neuroscience. Using mouse models, and state-of-the art cancer genomics, single-cell multi-omics, spatial transcriptomics, high-throughput drug and CRISPR/cas9 screens, as well as proton therapy and experimental therapeutics, our investigations delve into both cancer cell intrinsic and extrinsic mechanisms, exploring crucial factors such as oncogenic networks, tumor microenvironment, and immune cells that influence tumor formation, recurrence, and metastasis. Our research has been published in prestigious journals, including Nature (Luo, et al., 2022), Nature Cell Biology (Hu, X., 2022), and Nature Communications (Luo et al., 2023), among others.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.

* Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.

* Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.

* Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.

* Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.

* Attend required Cincinnati Children's training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Cincinnati Children's Research and Training at a Glance

* Among the top in NIH funding for pediatric research institutions

* Over 1.4 million square feet of research laboratory space

* 900 scientists conducting basic, translational, and clinical research

* Over 2000 publications annually in top-tier journals

* Access to Employee Resource Groups and Mentorship programs

* Postdocs have gone on to careers in academia, biotech, pharma, teaching etc.

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Compensation and Benefits

* Postdoctoral Research Fellows and Associates are eligible for:

* Group Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

* Paid Time Off

* Retirement Plan

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Relocation Benefits for Eligible Hires

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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

For Research Fellow:

REQUIRED

* Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.

For Research Associate:

REQUIRED

* PhD

* 3 - 5 years of work experience in a related job discipline

Candidates who have recently obtained a PhD or MD and possess a strong background in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: molecular and cellular biology, neurobiology, cancer biology, and computational biology. Join us in our mission to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors and make a lasting impact on the lives of patients and their families.

REQUIRED SKILLS: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, supervisory ability, and an innovative approach to experimental design. Computer literate and working knowledge of software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database). Analytical ability sufficient to compare data; mathematical ability sufficient to perform algebraic calculations and statistical analysis. Ability to synthesize information and to create and deal with new situations by applying past experiences. Expressed willingness to teach others and share results. Capable of meeting time demands necessary to execute experiments.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).