Post Doc Fellow_Immunology and T Cell Metabolism

At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

Summary

Postdoctoral Position in Immunology and T Cell Metabolism – Moffitt Cancer Center

Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute is proud to be the first Florida National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center located in Tampa. We strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer through team science and applying those insights to human benefits. Every Team Member of Moffitt focuses on our lasting commitment to our mission: To contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.

The Pinilla-Ibarz Lab at Moffitt Cancer Center is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher with expertise in immunological assays to join our team. Our research focuses on understanding T cell dysfunction in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), with a particular interest in the metabolic aberrations that drive this dysfunction. We aim to reprogram these T cells to enhance their efficacy as CAR T cell therapy candidates for CLL.

Position Highlights

• Moffitt integrates excellent patient care with cutting-edge clinical and basic research. Having a cancer hospital on-site provides unique opportunities for translational research.
• Outstanding mentorship from expert faculty with wide-ranging funded research programs including T32 Training Grants.
• You will be encouraged and supported to apply for training grants.
• You will be working on cutting edge research, bedside to benchtop.
• Be included in unique clinical trials
  
  

The Ideal Candidate

• Will work independently, with great problem-solving abilities
• Present at institutional level chalk-talks and assemblies
• Collaborate with lab members and embraces teamwork.
• Previous experience in bioinformatics is a plus
  
  

Responsibilities

• Design experiments
• Be up to date with relevant publications
• Present data at lab and department meetings
  
  

Credentials And Qualifications

• MD or PhD in in Immunology, Cancer Biology, or a related biological field is required
• Should have at least one first Author publication.
• Hands-on experience with T-cell culture, immunological assays (e.g., flow cytometry, cytokine profiling, functional T cell assays), and basic molecular biology techniques including immunoblotting and PCR.
• Experience in laboratory mice handling and conducting mouse experiments
• Background in T cell metabolism, CAR T cell therapy and/or viral transduction is a plus
• Good writing skills through first-author publications, and proficiency in data analysis and presentation using computer software such as GraphPad Prism
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
  

Moffitt Postdocs are provided with Medical Insurance (Moffitt covers premium for team members) effective upon start date and eligible for Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Retirement, Parental Leave and more. You may be eligible for relocation assistance per policy. Reasons to relocate, aside from the sunshine, beaches and year-round outdoor recreation associated with the Gulf Coast of Florida, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city, which has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed with rich culture, year-round activities for all, beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine and so much more. We strive for work/life balance.

If you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,

then we have a place for you.