Postdoctoral Fellow

About the Takeda laboratory: The lab uses observations generated from clinical biospecimens such as surgical biopsies or circulating cell free DNA, to guide the development of functional studies in model systems. We combine genome-scale profiling methods such as ChIP-seq and ATAC-seq with functional genomics including pooled CRISPR-Cas9 screening approaches. About the role: The fellow will have opportunities to generate genomic and epigenomic data from clinical samples to design and perform functional mechanistic studies in model systems such as patient-derived organoids. The fellow will gain experience in genome-scale profiling methods, genome editing, and CRISPR-based genetic screening. Training in experimental and computational biology will be tailored to meet the goals and interests of the candidate. By having access to the nation’s largest hospital totally dedicated to clinical research, there are opportunities to study different stages of cancer including disease progression, drug resistance, and tumor immune response. Candidates with experience in cancer biology, biochemistry, cell biological techniques are highly encouraged to apply.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field prior to starting date. Experience in cancer biology, epigenomics, or bioinformatics is useful but not required.

Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, with no discrimination for non-merit reasons such as race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, age, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization. The NIH encourages the application and nomination of qualified women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities.