Postdoctoral Fellow – Tumor Microenvironment and Cancer Stem Cells

Job Description:

A full-time postdoctoral position is available in a research laboratory in the Dept. of Medicine, Division of Hematologic Malignancies and Cellular Therapy, Duke University. The successful candidate will participate in studies to define the molecular characteristics of tissue microenvironments that regulate transit, proliferation and dormancy of malignant cells in the bone marrow microenvironment. In combination with molecular and cell biological approaches, the candidate will utilize state-of-the-art in vivo multiphoton and confocal optical imaging techniques to explore these questions (References: Science Translational Medicine, 8(340):340ra73; Science, 322:1861-65; Nature, 435:969-73; Blood, 121:4821-31). Please see also sites.duke.edu/sipkinslabatduke for more information.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in the biological sciences with demonstrated expertise in molecular, cellular and biochemical techniques. A strong background in cancer biology and/or immunology is particularly relevant. Experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques is essential. Expertise in flow cytometry, microscopy and animal models is highly desirable. Extremely motivated individuals with excellent communication skills are encouraged to apply. Applicants should have no more than 2 years prior postdoctoral research experience. Applicants should email a brief statement of research experience and interest, CV and 3 letters of reference.