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Job Title:
Post Doctoral Scholar

Department:
Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Cancer Biology and Genetics

One postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Nam Chu in Dept. of Cancer Biology and Genetics, College of Medicine at The Ohio State University. The laboratory studies the effects of posttranslational modifications (PTMs) on the molecular regulation of protein kinases related to cancers and neurodegenerative diseases (AD, PD and ALS).

The successful candidate will join a young and motivated research team that uses a wide variety of protein chemistry and biochemistry, peptide synthesis, enzymology, cell biology, human stem cell culture and differentiation to decipher the disease mechanisms, roles of protein kinases and site-specifically equipped PTMs (i.e. phosphorylation, ubiquitin). The candidate will work closely with team members, including the mentors.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who can work independently, as well as on team-based projects utilizing well-developed interpersonal skills . Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask are expected. Excellent oral and written communication abilities are also required.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong background in biochemistry and cell biology

• Candidate who is selected will performing eukaryotic (mammalian, insect, human IPSC) cell/neuronal cultures, cloning, protein purification and cell-based assays .

• Extra experiences in neurobiology, cancer biology, CRISPR and omics studies are encouraged to apply.

Please send a brief statement of research interests, latest CV including publications, and names of three references by email to Nam Chu and Nhat Le (chu.685@osu.edu, le.633@osu.edu)

Hiring Range on NIH Scale:  $56,484 - $68,604

Education/Experience: 

A Doctoral degree in an appropriate discipline is required. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Additional Information:

Location:
Biomedical Research Tower (0112)

Position Type:
Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:
40

Shift:
First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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