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    Post-Doctoral Fellow - Dept. of Human and Molecular Genetics

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    • Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23284
    • Virginia Commonwealth University
    Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

    Position Summary:

    Multiple postdoctoral positions are available beginning 10/01/2024 in the laboratory of Dr. Paul B. Fisher (one position is with Dr. Swadesh K Das) in the Department of Human and Molecular Genetics at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine. The main research focus in Dr. Fisher’s laboratory is understanding cancer progression from a tumor and microenvironmental perspective and develop genetic and/or pharmaceutical tools to block tumor cell dissemination and growth. The laboratory is well equipped with molecular biology and Immunological technologies. The laboratory has a long track record working with Biotech/Pharma companies and filing more than 50 USA patents. Two products are now progressing toward first in human clinical trials.

    Minimal Hiring Standards:

    The ideal candidate for this position will have flow cytometry (CyTek), experience with both genetically engineered mice (GEM) and transplantable tumor models, extensive cell culture experience, and extensive molecular biology experience (Western blotting, PCR, QPCR, etc....). The ideal candidate must be detail oriented in developing and implementing experimental design and execution and must be capable of keeping a detailed laboratory notebook. The candidate must be able to work independently, process data and draft manuscripts independently as well as work on team-based projects. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in past experiences or a commitment to do so as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at VCU.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Experience with immunology and bioinformatics are considered as an extra preference.

    The School of Medicine continuously strives for our workplace and learning environment to reflect the demographic and social milieu of the communities we serve. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

    This is a restricted position with no set end date and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.

    ORP Eligibility: Yes

    VCU is committed to hiring veterans! VCU will include a veteran's period(s) of military service in the calculation of their annual leave accrual rate. This may provide veterans with an increased leave accrual!

     

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