Post-Doctoral Research Fellow: Functional Genomics & CRISPR

Responsibilities

• Design and execute independent research projects under the mentorship of Dr. Li.
• Develop and implement high-throughput CRISPR-based screening strategies.
• Integrate genetic, epigenetic, and pharmacologic perturbations to study cancer biology.
• Apply for independent funding (intramural and extramural).
• Participate in grant writing, manuscript preparation, lab meetings, and journal clubs.
• Mentor junior lab members, including technicians and students.
• Contribute to and lead publications in high-impact journals.

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in cancer biology, cell biology, genetics, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in molecular biology and cell biology.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and enthusiastic about cancer research.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.