Overview
The Dudley Lab in the Departments of Pathology and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital seeks a postdoctoral fellow with expertise in bioinformatics to lead an externally-funded research project focused on cancer diagnostics.
The Dudley lab focuses on molecular diagnostic technology development for the improved detection and characterization of solid tumors. It is located in the Johns Hopkins Genomics facility, with unique access to state-of-the-art equipment and expertise. The postdoctoral fellow will form collaborative relationships with leading clinical faculty at Johns Hopkins and other top tier academic medical centers.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be about to complete a PhD, MD, or MD-PhD in the U.S. at the time of applying and have significant expertise in bioinformatic tools relating to single-cell sequencing, liquid biopsy, and/or cancer genomics. Candidates with a master's degree and at least three years of work experience in bioinformatics will also be considered. The postdoctoral fellow will work in a collaborative and collegial laboratory environment. The fellow will hold regular one-on-one meetings with the PI and be fully supported in applying for external awards and fellowships. The candidate will be well-positioned upon completion of the fellowship for advanced career opportunities in academia, industry, or entrepreneurship.
Contact
Interested candidates should email Dr. Jonathan Dudley ( ) with their CV and a brief statement of why they are interested in the position.
Responsibilities
- Lead an externally-funded research project focused on cancer diagnostics.
- Develop and apply bioinformatic tools relating to single-cell sequencing, liquid biopsy, and/or cancer genomics.
- Collaborate with leading clinical faculty at Johns Hopkins and other top-tier academic medical centers.
- Work with the PI to secure external awards and fellowships and participate in regular one-on-one meetings.