Post Doctoral Scholar

Post Doctoral Scholar

Requirements

• PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a related biomedical science field is required.
• Demonstrated experience in translational cancer research, particularly in the development and characterization of antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, bispecific antibodies, or cell-based immunotherapies (e.g., CAR-T or CAR-NK).
• Proficiency in advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blotting, protein purification, and cell-based cytotoxicity assays.
• Hands-on experience with small animal models, including tumor xenograft establishment, dosing techniques (e.g., tail vein, IP, SC injections), and in vivo imaging.
• Experience with laboratory operations, equipment maintenance protocols, and safety compliance in accordance with institutional and federal guidelines (e.g., OSHA).
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis, interpretation, and reporting for scientific publications and grant proposals.
• Prior experience in training or supervising laboratory staff and contributing to collaborative, multidisciplinary research teams.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the planning, design, and management of translational cancer research projects, with a primary focus on antibody-based therapies.
• Supports the development, optimization, and implementation of novel or refined research methodologies and techniques.
• Independently designs and executes complex laboratory experiments.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets experimental data and collaborates closely with principal investigators to prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and research reports for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assists in the development and preparation of grant proposals to secure external research funding.
• Conducts critical reviews of scientific literature relevant to ongoing and future research efforts.
• Trains and/or supervises other laboratory staff, monitors laboratory expenses, and participates in overseeing daily lab operations.
• Ensures compliance with protocol requirements as well as local, state, and federal regulations, and is responsible for monitoring and enforcing laboratory safety procedures to ensure full compliance with OSHA standards.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.