Postdoctoral Scientist - Cancer/Epigenetics

Dr. Alex Bishop's Lab

Post-Doctoral Scientist position - This position is in the Center for Childhood Cancer Research in Dr. Alex Bishop’s lab. Our team is focused on understanding the underlying biology that is dysregulated in Ewing sarcoma with the long term goal of identifying therapeutic vulnerabilities.

The postdoc is expected to take a lead role in a project involving examination of R-loops, epigenetics, RNA polymerase, transcriptional bursting, differentiation and proliferation using molecular cell biology, genomics, single cell and microscopic techniques applied to investigating Ewing sarcoma. Experience in some or all of these areas is desirable. Motivation and interest to drive and develop the project is critical for success as is a willingness to participate in a collaborative environment.

You can read more about the center at the link below:

Center for Childhood Cancer Research

Essential Functions

Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts research under the guidance of a faculty mentor.

Assists in the training and supervision of technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.

Records and analyzes data generated by the research study. Assists in the development of hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.

Assists with the preparation of scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Presents findings at local and national research forums.

Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.

Works toward research independence, preparing to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.

Education

PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists, physicians, and laboratory colleagues.

Excellent laboratory technical skills.

Excellent computer skills.

Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.