The Markey Cancer Center is recruiting for a Scientist II. The scientist at this position will define function of tumor micro-environment (TME) in cancer development and progression using tumor organoid model and mouse model. She/he will also use molecular and biochemical approaches to determine mechanisms by which TME regulates cancer progression.

This position will have a fully onsite work arrangement.

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Applicants must have strong knowledge and research experience in cancer biology and mouse models, cell culture, western blotting, excellent oral & written communication, technical communications; Microsoft Office Suite, statistical software (e.g., GraphPad, R, SAS, etc.), Adobe Photoshop or similar.

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PhD in cancer biology, pharmacology or related field plus 3 years of postdoc experience.

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