Research Postdoctoral Fellow

111 Michigan Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20010 Kids Are Our Everything. Department 10379 Ctr for Cancer Immunology Rsch Pay Range $40,000.00 - $150,000.00 The Vasileva team studies how developmental programs and oncogenic gene fusions contribute to pediatric cancer. Using zebrafish models, cell culture, and molecular and imaging approaches, the lab investigates tumor initiation, cell-state changes, and interactions with the tumor microenvironment to identify potential therapeutic vulnerabilities. We are looking for a motivated candidate interested in pediatric cancer research with hands‑on experience in mammalian cell culture, mouse xenograft studies, genetically engineered animal or iPSCs models. Skilled in planning and conducting laboratory experiments, data analysis, troubleshooting protocols, documenting results, and maintaining organized research records. The Research Postdoctoral Fellow is a "research trainee" for the purpose of enhancing and developing research competencies in laboratory or clinical research settings and may engage in any of the following activities. The research postdoctoral fellow will assist faculty in the conduct of research and reports to a principal investigator or CNRI Center Director. They may serve in several roles in the laboratory setting, depending on the scientific specialty and needs of the research project supported. They may participate directly in the design and conduct of experiments and therefore need technical knowledge and subject matter expertise encompassing several disciplines, such as molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, genetics, physiology or animal science, as well as epidemiology, health services research, clinical research, trial design and human subjects protection, as applicable to the focus of the lab. Based on experience, the research postdoctoral fellow may train staff, graduate students and others in experimental procedures and study execution. The fellow will exercise general supervision in the workspace and assist with data management and analysis. In addition, the research postdoc fellow will be responsible for assisting the principal investigator in the planning and execution of research projects, grant applications and publications. They may further assist in the management of resource allocations, and may manage day‑to‑day activities for the research project, such as purchasing, oversight of laboratory animals, radioactivity and biosafety issues or human subjects enrollment and protection and regulatory reporting. The individual may also guide or lead the work of peers, technicians or other research support staff as necessary to achieve specific assignments or complete large and complex projects. Minimum Education Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Required) Or Medical Doctor (M.D.) (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Completed training in a specialty in a field of research. Demonstrated potential for successful career in research and related scholarly achievement. Functional Accountabilities Responsible Conduct of Research #J-18808-Ljbffr Children's National Medical Center