Postdoctoral Fellow-MSH-32076-169

About the role

The Kamphorst Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to lead projects focused on immune-cell interactions that regulate response to cancer immunotherapy. The project will investigate how CD4 T cells, CD8 T cells, and antigen-presenting cells interact within the liver tumor microenvironment in response to PD-1 targeted therapy.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments related to T cell biology and tumor immunology.
• Critically analyze data quality and results, and communicate findings to scientists and lay audiences.
• Write or assist in writing scientific papers and grants.
• Collaborate closely with other scientists to conduct research.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or related Biological Science required.
• Experience working in a research laboratory setting.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques (cloning), advanced flow cytometry and tissue imaging, and in vivo work with mice is required.
• Computational skills are desired.

Employer Description

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

News

The Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it.

Salary

The salary range for the role is $72,500 - $80,000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need.