Join the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope as an Assistant Research Professor in Precision Oncology of Gastrointestinal Cancers. Led by Dr. Ajay Goel, you will engage in cutting-edge translational studies focusing on the genomic and epigenomic characterization of various gastrointestinal cancers. This multidisciplinary role offers the potential to become tenure-track upon receiving federal grant funding for 3 to 5 years.
Practice Info
- Multidisciplinary research group comprising basic researchers, gastroenterologists, surgeons, oncologists, and bioinformaticians
- Translational studies of the genomic and epigenomic characterization of various gastrointestinal cancers (GI), including colorectal, pancreatic, gastric, esophageal, and hepatocellular cancers
- Development of cell-free DNA (mutation and methylation), RNA, and exosomal-based liquid assays for early cancer detection, prognosis, and predictive responses to chemotherapies and targeted drugs
- Studying the genetic and epigenetic basis of GI cancers (e.g., aberrant DNA methylation, histone modifications, and non-coding RNAs)
- Understanding the biological implications of gut microbiome and its translational application in gastrointestinal cancers
- Onsite work force type located in Monrovia, California
Responsibilities
- Supervision of post-doctoral fellows and technical staff
- Mentoring post-docs, research associates, and others in a research laboratory environment
Compensation
- Minimum hourly rate: $59.809400
- Maximum hourly rate: $70.229500
- Pay is based on work experience, qualifications, and work location
Shift & Schedule
- Shift: Days
Requirements
- PhD, MD, or MD/PhD, with a strong background and profound knowledge in the field of oncology, cancer biology, immunology, or immunotherapy
- Prior molecular, cancer biology, and/or translational research experience and evidence of project development and supervision of post-doctoral fellows and technical staff
- Evidence of scientific rigor and excellence as documented by high-impact peer-reviewed publications, as a first/lead author
- Evidence for obtaining successful funding from various foundations or other extramural resources
- Documented evidence of mentoring post-docs, research associates, and others in a research laboratory environment
Assistant Research Professor - Precision Oncology in Monrovia at City of Hope
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