Postdoctoral Associate

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Posting Details
Please see Special Instructions for more details on GW jobs website.

Appointments are limited-term and are designed for those who have recently received a doctorate. Appointments are made to academic departments with the approval of the department head and may require senior officer approval. Appointments are usually for not less than one term and are normally not renewed beyond a total of five years. This appointment is not intended for long-term, indefinite, or career appointments.

I. POSITION INFORMATION

Job Description Summary

George Washington University offers outstanding research opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and world-class faculty support. The university promotes interdisciplinary and emerging research, with active engagement through the GW Postdoctoral Association. Resources such as research guides, coding and data management solutions, and extensive online journals from GW Libraries support your research. The Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR) facilitates research infrastructure and initiatives.

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (BMM) at GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) aims to deliver high-quality education and conduct cutting-edge research in biochemistry, molecular genetics, and genomics, focusing on understanding human disease. The department has a strong record in training undergraduate, master’s, and graduate students.

A position for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate (PA) is available in Dr. Lee’s lab, which focuses on molecular regulatory signaling networks in cancer metabolism, critical for developing novel cancer therapeutics. The lab utilizes mammalian cancer cell lines, 3D organoids, xenograft, and patient-derived xenograft models, employing various cellular and molecular biology techniques. The role involves conducting cancer research on metabolic alterations in cancer cells using in vitro and in vivo models, data collection and analysis, manuscript publication, grant applications, mentoring junior researchers, and other related duties.

The postdoctoral researcher will design and execute advanced experiments, troubleshoot protocols, analyze data, publish findings, and may oversee lab operations and supervise staff and trainees.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and implement research protocols, adapt new methods, and ensure safety procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and document research data; prepare data presentations and manuscripts.
• Supervise laboratory personnel and assist in training.
• Oversee reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and procurement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience in cancer research and publications is highly desirable.
• Eligible to develop skills through active mentorship.
• Support provided via grants or departmental funds.
• Limited term appointment up to five years.

This role involves participating in research planning, data analysis, publication, and conference presentations, with guidance for career development.

Additional Details:

• Salary range: $61,008 - $61,884
• Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 - 5:30
• Part of GW’s comprehensive benefits package.