Melanoma Immunotherapy Development Research Scientist I

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Summary

Melanoma Immunotherapy Development Research Scientist I  

The Markowitz lab seeks a Research Scientist  whose skills and professional experience have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. 

The lab’s research interest is in studying the role of nitric oxide in mediating responses to checkpoint blockade and other melanoma therapies.  We are also developing tools to predict which patients will likely fail immune-based therapy via novel high dimensional flow cytometry, mass spectrometry, and informatics techniques, allowing those patients to be treated with other potentially more effective therapies.  We are a translational laboratory striving to translate the knowledge gained in the laboratory via immune-based and traditional biochemical approaches to the clinic. Lab webpage: https://labpages2.moffitt.org/markowitz/  Dr. Markowitz’s webpage: https://moffitt.org/providers/joseph-markowitz/ 

Position Highlights:  

• The Research Scientist is a non-tenure track researcher who assumes the direct responsibility of conducting and performing experiments or directly overseeing experimentation as part of a research team under the general guidance of Dr. Markowitz 

• The Research Scientist only activity is research and related support activities, and the efforts of the Research Scientist are focused on goals of the laboratory they are part of.  

• The Research scientist will also assist in organizing the lab and day to day operations.  

• Study resistance mechanisms to immune checkpoint blockade 

• Translational research 

• Outstanding mentorship from Dr. Markowitz and expert faculty with wide-ranging funded research programs 

The Ideal Candidate:  

• Must possess good problem-solving and organizational skills, be self-driven and enthusiastic, and demonstrate the ability to conduct experiments independently and under supervision. 

• Proficiency in flow cytometry, murine experiments, IHC, immunoblot, cell culture techniques, immunoprecipitation, and general immunology. 

• General proficiency in computers with general familiarity with Bioinformatics and statistics preferred. 

• Team player 

• Excellent oral and written communication.  

 
Responsibilities:  

• Plans and performs experiments directed towards answering specific scientific questions with limited supervision under the general guidance of Dr. Markowitz.  

• Interacts closely with Dr. Markowitz and other researchers within the Markowitz Laboratory and conducts relevant background research including literature searches and reviews.  

• Assists in planning and developing research projects within the laboratory under the Dr. Markowitz's direction. 

• Position combines individual work and oversight over other less experienced research personnel. 

• Regularly present findings to the lab/Moffitt community and attend conferences to disseminate research findings in preparation for publication. 

• Write research papers and assist with grants. 

Credentials and Qualifications:  

• Minimum of two (2) years postdoctoral fellow or post PhD science experience in a relevant field is required (e.g., Immunology, Cancer Biology with a focus in immunology, Biochemistry with a focus in immunology). This lab is in the Immuno-Oncology program. Previous training in Immunology is required.     

To formally apply: Interested applicants should attach a single PDF file that includes a current CV and cover letter expressing interest in this position. 

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