"Postdoctoral Associate"

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate within the Radiation Cancer Biology Division of the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The Postdoctoral Associate position will conduct independent laboratory research under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The research interest of the Hu Lab is to study the development and progression of cancer, including cancer metastasis, metabolic reprogramming, tumor immunology, and cancer cachexia. Specific research directions in the lab include: 1) the regulation and function of tumor suppressor p53 and its gain-of-function mutants in cancer; 2) the role of tumor suppressors, including p53 and its target genes, in tumor microenvironment and tumor immunology.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• Works under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Carries out various experimental and bioinformatics studies in the area of 1) the regulation and function of tumor suppressor p53 and its gain-of-function mutants in cancer; 2) the role of tumor suppressors, including p53 and its target genes, in tumor microenvironment, metabolic reprogramming, tumor immunology, and cancer cachexia.
• Prepares written reports of research experiments.
• Prepares grant proposals based on research conducted.
• Gives oral presentations of the research.
• Assists with the publishing of scientific research papers/articles.

Minimum Education and Experience: Postdoctoral Associate candidate should have a new or recent PhD degree and strong background in molecular biology and cancer biology. Candidates must provide proof all requirements have been fulfilled before their position start date.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25 lbs. Laboratory work environment, with moderate noise. Exposure to biological specimens (cells, blood, tissues, etc.) with possible exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous chemicals, including therapeutic drugs. The laboratory environment operates under mandatory universal safety precautions.

Special Conditions: 100% Grant Funded. Salary: A minimum of $61805.