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Job

Postdoctoral Fellowship

Organization

National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD and surrounding area

Scientific focus area

Genetics and Genomics, Cancer Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

The NCI Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics is recruiting a postdoctoral fellow to join the research group of Jiyeon Choi, Ph.D. in the Laboratory of Translational Genomics. Our group studies genetic susceptibility to lung cancer, focusing on mechanistic understanding of genomic data. The successful candidate will explore molecular mechanisms of genetic risk loci identified from population genetic studies such as genome-wide association studies (GWAS).

About the position

Position Title: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Functional Genomics, Molecular Biology, Lung Cancer Genetics Research Focus: 1. Identify and prioritize functional genetic variants, susceptibility genes, and affected biological pathways from lung cancer-associated genomic loci 2. Study susceptibility gene function in cell-based systems to understand lung tumorigenesis, while incorporating lung cancer-relevant exposures and gene editing tools 3. Navigate relevant functional genomics datasets, including those established in the lab (PMID: 38906146, PMID: 39266564)

Responsibilities:

  1. Lead/co-lead collaborative projects with multidisciplinary teams (bioinformaticians, biologists, statisticians)
  2. Design and perform experiments in both wet-lab and dry-lab environments with the main emphasis on the wet-lab aspect
  3. Mentor junior researchers (postbaccalaureate fellows or summer students) Opportunities for learning bioinformatic skills for analyzing high-dimensional genomic data will be available based on interest.

Learn more about the research group (https://dceg.cancer.gov/about/organization/tdrp/ltg/choi-lab) and the advantages of being a DCEG fellow (https://dceg.cancer.gov/fellowship-training/fellowship-experience/advantages), including our distinctive research environment, mentorship, professional development, compensation and benefits, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Apply for this vacancy

What you'll need to apply

Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae including bibliography, and the names/contact information of three references to Jiyeon Choi, Ph.D (jiyeon.choi2@nih.gov).

Contact name

Jiyeon Choi

Contact email

jiyeon.choi2@nih.gov

Qualifications

Candidates must have completed or will soon complete a Ph.D. or equivalent degree with an emphasis in Human Genetics, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Population Genetics, Bioinformatics, or related areas within the past five years. A demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary and diverse team, and clear verbal and written communication skills will be favored. Salary will be determined based on NCI stipend schedule for postdoctoral fellows. For more information about this position, please contact Jiyeon Choi, Ph.D (jiyeon.choi2@nih.gov). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants may be U.S. citizens, permanent residents; or foreign nationals (visa requirements apply).

Disclaimer/Fine Print

This position is subject to a background investigation. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs.

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