Position Overview

We are seeking an independent and motivated researcher for a Postdoctoral position in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at Montefiore Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Bronx, NY).

In the laboratory of Dr. Brendon Stiles and as part of the Integrated Imaging Program for Cancer Research (IIPCR) at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, the successful candidate will join a collaborative translational research team that seeks to explore novel therapeutic targets in the tumor microenvironment for the prevention of cancer progression and metastasis. In particular, as part of the newly established Lung Cancer Dissemination and Metastasis research team within the IIPCR, Dr. Stiles and team are evaluating the role of complexes of perivascular macrophages, tumor cells, and endothelial (tumor microenvironment of metastasis – TMEM) to form functional “doorways” for hematogenous dissemination of lung cancer cells. In this research, the Stiles laboratory will work closely with established investigators in the IIPCR including Dr. John Condeelis, Dr. Maja Oktay, and Dr. David Entenberg. The laboratory utilizes patient materials, murine models of lung cancer, and cutting-edge imaging technology to better define the role of TMEM doorways in cancer metastasis. We are keenly focused on developing novel therapeutics. Dr. Stiles, a surgeon-scientist, is a well-known, clinician, translational researcher, and national leader in the field of lung cancer.

Duties & Responsibilities

The post-doc will be responsible for overseeing cell based assays and for in vivo murine tumor models, particularly as they relate to the tumor immune microenvironment. The post –doc will also be involved with translational work with human samples, including analyzing blood samples and tumor and normal tissue, particularly by multi-channel immune fluorescent staining, by flow cytometry, and by RNAseq. Mouse models of lung cancer will also be utilized to interrogate the mechanisms identified from clinical findings and the post-doc will oversee all animal experiments. He/she will also conduct data analysis using biostatistics software and coordinate with bioinformatics collaborators. This person will also coordinate with internal and external collaborating investigators.

Experience and Education

Applicant must have a doctoral degree with background and technical skills in protein biochemistry and cancer biology and have a demonstrated record of innovative scientific accomplishments as evidenced by first-author papers published or accepted in major journals. Knowledge of biostatistics is required.

The candidate needs to be highly organized, maintain accurate experimental records, present at weekly lab meetings, journal club, and national conferences and publish scientific papers. Qualified candidates must also have strong communication skills, have a strong passion and commitment to science, and work well within a diverse group of basic science researchers, thoracic surgeons, pathologists, nurses, clinical coordinators, post-docs, technicians, and graduate students.



The Albert Einstein College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Einstein seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.