Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Postdoctoral Scholar Job Locations US-OR-Portland Requisition ID 2023-27185 Position Type Regular Full-Time Position Category Postdoctoral Job Type Postdoctoral Department Division of Oncological Sciences - Knight Cancer Institute Salary Range DOE FTE 1.00 Hours 8:30am to 5:00pm plus occasional nights and weekends Schedule Monday through Friday HR Mission School of Medicine Drug Testable No Department Overview

The primary mission of the Division of Oncological Sciences at OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute is to better understand cancer through basic, translational and population-based research that improves cancer prevention, detection and treatments for all. Our community of faculty, trainees and staff brings together scientists from a broad range of disciplines and works collaboratively to advance innovation and translate discoveries from the lab into meaningful impacts for cancer patients and our community.

 

Centered on team science, our research is organized around four areas: Precision Systems Oncology, Cancer Data Science (includes Computational Biology, Bioinformatics and Biostatistics), Chemical Biology and Experimental Therapeutics, and Cancer Data Science. A foremost priority is to better understand cell plasticity by gaining the ability to experimentally decipher transitions from normal to cancer, cancer to metastasis and metastasis to resistance.

 

Every Knight Cancer employee is expected to embody our guiding principles:

We act BOLDLY—Breakthroughs require pushing the boundaries of science, exploring new frontiers, and thinking differentlyWe SUPPORT each other—Respect leads to trust, which leads to excellenceWe work as a CONNECTED team — We must leverage our collective brain power to conquer cancer because no one individual can do it alone Function/Duties of Position

A Postdoctoral position in Cell, Cancer or Molecular Biology is available at the Knight Cancer Institute's Center for Experimental Therapeutics (CET). Interested candidates are expected to have recently obtained their PhD and have a strong track record of publications in Cell, Cancer or Molecular biology. Job duties include performing research to understand the role of newly identified drivers in the pathogenesis of cancer so as to identify novel therapeutic targets. The translational research projects within CET leverage multi-disciplinary approach in biology, chemistry, pharmacology, molecular modeling, in vitro and patient-derived models to probe complex biological processes and to pursue new therapeutic opportunities for various diseases. As a member of multi-disciplinary team, the postdoctoral candidate will receive training in various aspects of drug discovery & development for his/her career development.

 

Duties include:

Perform hands-on experiments (in vitro and in vivo) and analyze/interpret data on assigned projectsCritically evaluate relevant scientific advances and integrate this knowledge into research programs. Participate in project planning and executionPublish research in peer-reviewed journals and present work at scientific conferences. Effectively write and/or communicate research and regulatory materials.  Attend and present at the project and group meetings and national conferences Required Qualifications PhD, MD/ PhD, in cellular and molecular biology, systems biology, or related disciplineMinimum of 3 years as a graduate studentMust have previous first author publicationsAbility to prioritize multiple tasks at one timeExcellent communication, analytical and organizational skills:  both written and verbalAbility to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problemsMust be proficient with computers running Windows and PC applications e.g. MS Excel,Word and PowerPoint) Preferred Qualifications Specialty: Cell, Cancer or Molecular biologyA strong background in cancer biology and performing hands on experience in cell and molecular biologyExcellent record of productive and creative research as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journalsExcellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate to scientific audienceMotivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory Additional Details

Apply online. Please be sure to upload a Cover Letter and Resume/CV.

 

We offer a variety of benefits on top of joining a thriving organization:Medical, dental and vision coverage at no or low cost to employeesCovered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependentsSeveral retirement plans to choose from with contributions from OHSU80 hours of vacation time per year96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated for part-time employees)Commuter subsidiesTuition reimbursementAccess to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefitsAnnual RaisesGrowth/Development OpportunitiesEmployee discounts to local and major businesses

 

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All are welcome Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.