Postdoctoral Scholar

Department Overview

We are seeking a post-doctoral scholar to participate in a project designed to interrogate the tumor-immune microenvironment and vascular interface. Techniques include mouse breeding and handling, mouse ultrasound, tumor injection, tissue harvest and preparation for flow cytometry and histology (immunofluorescence) and next-gen sequencing experiments. Depending on the status of the project and the other lab members, the post-doctoral scholar may be involved in overseeing research technicians, graduate students, and/or research interns, as appropriate.

 

The post-doctoral scholar will require a PhD in cancer immunology. The applicant will be expected to oversee experimental design and execution, data acquisition, data analysis and synthesis, and data presentations (written and oral). The post-doctoral scholar will participate in group meetings, write for fellowship applications and manuscript preparations.

Function/Duties of Position

• Mouse handling.
• Flow cytometry and histology.
• Scientific writing.
• Supervising other lab members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in cancer immunotherapy of PDAC.
• Mouse handling and breeding, tissue preparation for flow cytometry, IF.
• Basic immunology, cancer immunology, pancreatic cancer biology, CD40 experience, tumor vasculature experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Tumor tissue specific experience.

Additional Details

Flexible work schedule as organized with the PI and other lab members, in person unless otherwise organized, some handling of human tissues if indicated for the project.

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]