Research Scholar – Dr. Xinbo Yang Lab, Molecular Pharmacology Program Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

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Job details

The Xinbo Yang lab at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) currently has a post-doctoral position available. The lab is interested in applying structural biology and protein engineering techniques to modulate T cell based immune responses. We are particularly welcoming candidates who recently obtained https://Ph.D. degree in the field of Structural biology, Immunology to apply. The structural biology related candidates should have experience with protein expression, protein purification, X-ray crystallography or Cryo-EM. The immunology related candidates should have experience with conventional T cell-based assays and flow cytometry-based experiments. Candidates from other fields are also welcoming to apply the position. Successful applicants will have the access to state-of-the-art shared research facilities and embrace exciting and dynamic environment provided by MSKCC.

Job Duties

· Plan and conduct research experiments

· Evaluate and analyze data

· Establish research protocols

· Summarize and publish research findings

· Maintain laboratory operations

The ideal candidate should have:

· https://Ph.D. in a relevant field but not limited to structural biology and Immunology are encouraged to apply

· Research accomplishments and publications

· Decent written and oral communication

· Ability to work independently as well as willing to collaborate with other lab members

Salary: $63,000 – $66,837

Please include a cover letter, brief statement of prior research experience and research interests, CV, and contact information for three references in your application submission.

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