Post Doctorate Research Fellow – Adusumilli Lab at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York, United States

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is hiring a Post Doctorate Research Fellow for the Adusumilli Lab in New York, New York, United States. The position requires a PhD or MD/PhD with a background in immunology.

Job Details

Company: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK)

Position: Post Doctorate Research Fellow – Adusumilli Lab (adoptive T-cell therapy)

Location: New York, New York, United States

Requisition Number: 96022

Experience: Postdoctoral (early-career; Freshers eligible as recent doctorates)

Qualification: PhD / Doctorate or MD/PhD in immunology / related

Pay Range: $72,000 – $87,5641 Based on PGY*

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join the Adusumilli Laboratory at MSK. The candidate will work with the lab head to design and execute bench experiments, supervise technicians, analyze experimental results, prepare manuscripts, and maintain laboratory records.

The laboratory’s focus is on developing and translating adoptive T-cell therapy for the treatment of various solid cancers, including lung cancer, breast cancer, and mesothelioma, using recombinant oncoretroviruses and lentiviruses as vectors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work directly with the lab head to design, develop, and execute bench experiments
  • Supervise technicians/research fellows in the conduct of bench experiments and coordinate with core laboratories to process samples
  • Perform data management, analyze experimental results, and draft experimental procedures and manuscripts pertaining to research work
  • Maintain detailed laboratory records

Eligibility Criteria

  • PhD or MD/PhD with a background in immunology
  • Passion for science and a desire to advance the understanding and treatment of cancer
  • Highly organized and self-directed individual with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment

Required Skills

  • Familiarity with general oncology and cancer pathogenesis
  • Knowledge of molecular/genetic concepts, experimental methods, and data analysis
  • Ability to maximize resources and troubleshoot effectively
  • Experience with and willingness to work with mouse models
  • Comfortable with the handling of human blood and tissue samples

Documents Required

Please submit your CV, bibliography, brief statement of research interests, and names and details of three references.

How to Apply

Submit your application to John Pintado at [email protected]. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your resume and cover letter.

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and innovative environment.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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About Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it.

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Submit your CV, bibliography, research interests statement, and three reference details to John Pintado at [email protected].