Postdoctoral Researcher - New Jersey, United States - Coriell Institute for Medical Research

Description

Postdoctoral Researcher

The Coriell Institute for Medical Research is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate sex biases in melanoma susceptibility and progression, using cell lines and mouse models.

The Coriell Institute for Medical Research harbors a strong research program that focuses on epigenetics, signaling, and cancer.


Education:
Applicants must have a Ph.
D., with a background in epigenetics.


Required Qualifications:
Qualified Candidates must have the following experience levels to be considered for this role:
2-3 Years of previous postdoctoral experience within a similar field of study described in this posting, OR,

1-2 Years of previous postdoctoral experience within the exact field of study described in this posting.

• Must have proficiency in a range of cell/developmental biology, molecular, immunological, and genomic techniques, including experience in tissue culture, flow cytometry, DNA methylation analysis, and chromatin immunoprecipitation.
• Previous experience with mice in a lab setting is required.
• Must have at least 1 first author publication from his/her PhD training.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills are essential.
• Basic bioinformatic skills are a plus.
• Ability to perform other duties, as assigned.

Daily Responsibilities and Tasks:
While the day to day of this position will vary based on the status and direction of research, this position can expect to do the following on a day to day basis:

• Conducting benchwork and experiments
• Overseeing and conducting mice injections/surgeries.
• Administration and documentation of record-keeping and study notes.

To be considered for this role, you must submit the following materials when submitting your initial application:

• Up to date CV/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter with a statement of research interests and "how you think you can contribute to the lab", and the names/phone numbers/emails of three people who can provide letters of reference, if selected for the role.
• In the cover letter, include a specific research direction in which you would contribute to the field of sex differences in melanoma.

Founded in 1953, the Coriell Institute for Medical Research is a nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving human health through biomedical research.

Coriell scientists lead research in personalized medicine, cancer biology, epigenetics, and the genomics of opioid use disorder.

Coriell also hosts one of the world's leading biobanks-comprised of collections for the National Institutes of Health, disease foundations and private clients-and distributes biological samples and offers research and biobanking services to scientists around the globe.

To facilitate drug discovery and disease study, the Institute also develops and distributes collections of induced pluripotent stem cells. To learn more, visit

Any offer of employment extended by Coriell is contingent on an applicant's ability to be Authorized to Work in the United States of America.

Upon date of hire, all employees are required to provide whichever valid Employment Authorization Documents they wish, if it is in compliance with Federal Regulations.

This job description/posting is to provide general guidance on the nature of work that will be performed in this position.

It is not represented to be a full or exhaustive list of the duties, responsibilities, or qualifications needed for this role.

Due to the nature of our work, the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications listed on this job description/posting are subject to change.

Coriell is an Equal Opportunity Employer, who values a diverse work environment, who is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Coriell is an at-will employee