Research Fellow - Cancer Biology
Mass General Brigham · Boston-MA
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- PayStated
- $71,750–$73,544 a year
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- day
Work Shift Day (United States of America)
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 5-10 years
- EducationStated
- ['postgraduate degree']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Doctorate in related fieldrequired
Doctorate Related Field of Study required
from the posting - Research experiencerequired
Previous Research experience 3-5 years required
from the posting - Research techniques and methodsrequired
Demonstrated experience in research techniques, methods, or research areas relevant to the project
from the posting - Analytical skillsrequired
Proficient analytical skills, proficiency in statistical software
from the posting - Written and verbal communicationrequired
excellent written and verbal communication skills
from the posting - Independent and collaborative workrequired
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
from the posting - Interpersonal skillsrequired
Good interpersonal and communication skills
from the posting - PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, immunology, or related fieldpreferred
PhD in molecular biology, Biochemistry, biophysics, immunology, or related field strongly preferred
from the posting - Animal modelspreferred
demonstrated hands-on experience with animal models
from the posting - Cell culturepreferred
strong background in cell culture and molecular biology techniques
from the posting - Molecular biology techniquespreferred
Familiarity with molecular biology techniques such as Western blotting, nucleic acid extraction, single-cell RNA sequencing
from the posting - Flow cytometrypreferred
flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, and immunohistochemistry
from the posting - Xenograft and orthotopic murine tumor modelspreferred
prior experience with xenograft and orthotopic murine tumor models
from the posting - Cancer biology researchpreferred
cancer biology research
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Will conduct independent and collaborative research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and the development of innovative solutions. The fellow will work under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and collaborate with a team of researchers.Does this position require Patient Care?
No
Essential Functions
-Design, plan, and execute research experiments or projects in alignment with departmental goals.
-Gather, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate statistical methods and tools.
-Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to inform research direction and methodologies.
-Prepare and publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences and seminars.
-Work collaboratively with faculty, students, and other researchers, contributing to a positive research environment.
-Mentor graduate and undergraduate students, providing guidance on research methodologies and techniques.
-Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and funding applications to support ongoing research.
-Prepare periodic reports and documents summarizing research progress and outcomes.
Qualifications
Education
Doctorate Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Previous Research experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated experience in research techniques, methods, or research areas relevant to the project.
- Proficient analytical skills, proficiency in statistical software, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Salary: $71,750.00 - $73,544.00/Annual
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
- Establishing, maintaining, and monitoring orthotopic and xenograft murine tumor models
- Subcutaneous, IP, and IV injections
- Handling and processing of mouse tissues following in vivo experiments
- Supporting ex vivo tissue preparation and analysis, including sample preservation for downstream assays
- Maintaining routine 2D and 3D mammalian cell culture
- Establishing and expanding primary cell lines from tumor or tissue specimens
- Performing cell-based assays to evaluate biological responses to therapeutic or imaging agents
- Supporting experimental design and execution of mechanistic studies in vitro
- Tissue processing for downstream molecular analyses
- Extraction of DNA, RNA, and proteins from tissue and cell samples
- Western blotting, immunodetection, and related protein analysis techniques
- Flow cytometry and sample preparation for immune and tumor cell profiling
- Supporting downstream data interpretation in collaboration with investigators
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
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