Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Nicolson Lab

Overview

The Nicolson lab at is seeking a highly motivated, PhD (or equivalent) graduate who will support our laboratory as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School, with a focus on radioligand therapy (RLT), molecular imaging, and radiation biology.

Research in the Nicolson lab spans radioligand therapy (RLT), fluorescence and radiopharmaceutical in vivo imaging, combination therapies, and the biological effects of radiation- and radionuclide-induced DNA damage. This work integrates expertise across radio-, nano-, and synthetic chemistry, molecular biology, radiobiology, and bioengineering. We are seeking an enthusiastic and independent researcher interested in applying multidisciplinary approaches to radioligand therapy, molecular imaging, combination therapies, and radiation biology. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment and be motivated to develop their expertise in translational biomedical research. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work closely with collaborators and receive dedicated scientific and career mentorship from Dr. Nicolson.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Core Duties, Requirements, and Expectations:

• Design, conduct, troubleshoot, and validate hypothesis-driven and hypothesis-generating experiments using in vitro and in vivo approaches.

• Perform and oversee in vivo imaging, therapy, and small animal irradiation studies, both independently and in partnership with other lab members and collaborators.

• Mentoring of research technicians and students. 

• Willingness to work with radioactivity and animal models.

• Analyze experimental data meticulously, interpreting results to generate comprehensive reports and summaries of findings .

• Interpret, discuss, and present research findings with lab members and the principal investigator. 

• Take ownership of day-to-day planning of own experiments.

• Develop figures to depict research findings, write research and review papers, and present at scientific meetings.

• Write grants for external fellowships and awards.

• Maintain intellectual curiosity and commitment by staying up to date with relevant literature and research publications.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD/PhD, MD or doctoral equivalent in relevant discipline, including molecular imaging, chemistry, radiopharmaceutical sciences, radiation biology, DNA damage repair, cancer biology, or biochemistry. Strong candidates from other biomedical fields will also be considered.

• Proven experience with in vivo fluorescence, molecular, or radiopharmaceutical techniques is highly desirable. Experience investigating the biological effects of radiation exposure, such as DNA damage and repair, and proficiency in molecular and cellular biology techniques, is also advantageous.

• Interest in molecular imaging, radioligand therapy, radiotheranostics, and cancer biology.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Evidence of consistent scientific innovation. Proven track record of publications in peer reviewed journals.

• Ability to perform both self-directed and guided research is required.

• Demonstrate outstanding ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team of scientists.

• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

• Able to collect and analyze experimental data, prepare research publications, and communicate results with strong attention to detail.

Interested applicants should upload their CV, and a cover letter summarizing training, publications, and future research interests, as one single PDF. 

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$72,000.00 - $76,385.00