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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Cancer Genetics and Functional Genomics: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

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Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Cancer Genetics and Functional Genomics: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

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Company Overview:

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), located in New York City, is one of the world’s premier cancer centers. MSK fosters an outstanding environment for basic and translational biomedical research, with vibrant training programs at the graduate and post-doctoral level, exceptional opportunities for multi-disciplinary collaborations, and unique resources to support genetic and mechanistic studies of cancer (e.g., through the Robert and Kate Niehaus Center for Inherited Cancer Genomics, the Functional Genomics Initiative, and the Marie-Josée and Henry R. Kravis Center for Molecular Oncology).

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We seek a postdoctoral fellow in cancer genetics and functional genomics to join an expanding research group focused on understanding the molecular underpinnings of inherited cancer susceptibility. The fellow will lead laboratory-based studies to identify and characterize functional variants and risk genes at recently identified susceptibility loci for esophageal adenocarcinoma and its precursor lesion Barrett’s esophagus, with opportunities to expand into additional cancer sites. As an active member of an interdisciplinary team, the fellow will build relationships with a range of scientific colleagues, publish peer-reviewed work, present at national conferences, and gain experience in grant writing.
Qualifications and attributes of the ideal candidate include:
  • A doctoral degree in genetics, molecular/cellular biology, biochemistry, or related biomedical discipline.
  • Peer-reviewed publications in molecular genetics, gene regulation, or related fields.
  • Strong interest in understanding the biological/mechanistic basis of inherited cancer susceptibility.
  • Established skills in standard laboratory techniques, e.g., cell culture, molecular cloning,targeted mutagenesis, transfections, luciferase reporter assays, CRISPR, qPCR, ChIP, 3C.
  • Self-motivated, resourceful, enthusiastic.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Interested applicants should send inquiries and applications to Dr. Matthew F. Buas (buasm@mskcc.org), Associate Attending, Departments of Epidemiology/Biostatistics and Clinical Genetics. Please include a brief letter of interest, C.V., and contact information for three references.

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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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