Development of Personalized Treatment Approaches – Postdoctoral Researcher

Job Title: Development of Personalized Treatment Approaches – Postdoctoral Researcher

Job Number: 69485

Location: Loma Linda, US

Job Description

The Hurtz lab is looking for two postdoctoral researchers to take on exciting and cutting-edge research on acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) at Loma Linda University.

ALL is the most common form of cancer in children and research in the Hurtz lab is focused on understanding the development of and the mechanisms through which this disease manifests to identify treatment targets. We use high-throughput screening technologies, proteomics, clinical samples, and mouse models to identify, develop, and validate new treatment strategies for patients with ALL.

We are looking for individuals who are highly motivated and have an interest in developing their career in academic research. The work involves having the ability to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and present it in a cohesive manner. Excellent English communication skills are therefore expected for manuscript preparation, presenting data at national and international conferences, and for grant preparation. A competitive stipend and a generous benefits package commensurate with experience will be provided. Successful applicants will have the full support of the PI and the Division of Cancer Sciences to grow into independent researchers.

Required applicant qualifications:

1. A PhD or equivalent degree.

2. The willingness to work with mice.

3. Ability to perform molecular and cellular biology techniques (flow cytometry-based assays, tissue culture, RNA/DNA extraction, gene cloning, etc).

Please submit your application electronically with a curriculum vitae, a cover letter with a brief description of research experience and future interests, and the names and phone numbers/email addresses of three references.

Application Deadline: 2024-01-31