Postdoctoral Associate in RNA Biology: Join a dynamic research team at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine, CT, investigating the impact of alternative RNA splicing in cancer pathogenesis. This fully funded position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in RNA biology and cancer while working within a collaborative and diverse scientific environment.
Postdoctoral Associate in RNA Biology & Cancer
Designation: Postdoctoral Associate
Research Area: RNA Biology & Cancer
Location: Farmington, Connecticut
Eligibility/Qualifications:
- PhD (or nearing completion of PhD degree)
- Strong record of productivity with accepted or in-press first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Experience in RNA biology and/or cancer research
- Excellent communication and writing skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques such as molecular cloning, RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, western blotting, and microscopy
- Experience with computational analysis of sequencing data is advantageous
Job Description:
The successful candidate will be part of a well-established research group led by Dr. Olga Anczuków, focusing on elucidating the molecular mechanisms underlying splicing factor regulations in normal and cancer cells. The primary research goals include defining splicing pathways in cancer, identifying splicing alterations in breast tumors, and exploring potential splicing biomarkers for disease prediction and therapeutic targeting. The research employs cutting-edge techniques such as RNA-targeting CRISPR, RNA-sequencing, and single-cell approaches utilizing 3D cell culture models and mouse xenografts.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified individuals are invited to submit their application to Dr. Olga Anczukow at olga.anczukow@jax.org. The application should include a current CV, a 1-page Statement of Research Interests and Career Goals, and contact information for 3 references. Candidates are encouraged to apply for competitive foundation and federal training fellowships and awards. Exceptional candidates may be considered for the JAX Postdoctoral Scholar award.
Last Date for Applying: Rolling application review, apply promptly for consideration.
