Company Overview

　　 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. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe. One of the world’s most respected comprehensive centers devoted exclusively to cancer, we have been recognized as one of the top two cancer hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report for more than 30 years.

　　Vaccination for COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) is mandatory for all MSK staff. Staff are considered fully vaccinated upon completion of a primary vaccination series for COVID-19 (i.e., one dose of a single dose vaccine or a final dose of a multi-dose vaccine series). Exceptions from the COVID-19 and Influenza (flu) vaccine requirements are permitted for those who request and receive an approved medical, religious, or fully remote exemption.  Requests for exemption can take up to two weeks to review. Vaccination or an approved exemption is required to start work.

　　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. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or MD/PhD, with a background in immunology and experience with mouse models. Knowledge of general oncology and cancer pathogenesis, molecular/genetic concepts, experimental methods, and data analysis is essential. The candidate should be comfortable with the handling of human blood and tissue samples, have strong interpersonal skills, and be able to work in a dynamic environment.

　　https://www.mskcc.org/research-areas/labs/prasad-adusumilli

　　Responsibilities:Work directly with the lab head to design, develop, and execute bench experimentsSupervise technicians/research fellows in the conduct of bench experiments and coordinate with core laboratories to process samplesPerform data management, analyze experimental results, and draft experimental procedures and manuscripts pertaining to research workMaintain detailed laboratory recordsFamiliarity with general oncology and cancer pathogenesisKnowledge of molecular/genetic concepts, experimental methods, and data analysisAbility to maximize resources and troubleshoot effectivelyExperience with and willingness to work with mouse modelsComfortable with the handling of human blood and tissue samplesRequirements:PhD or MD/PhD with a background in immunologyPassion for science and a desire to advance the understanding and treatment of cancerHighly organized and self-directed individual with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment 

　　We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative and innovative environment. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining our team, please apply with your resume and cover letter.

　　 Please direct questions to Patrick Evans, Project Manager (evansp@mskcc.org).

　　Salary: $55,439 – $64,507 Based on PGY*

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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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