Research Associate-Fixed Term

Position SummaryWe are inviting applications for multiple postdoctoral positions in a cancer biology laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University. The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology offers a research-intensive, vibrant and collegial environment with diverse research interests in the biomolecular sciences. Candidates competitive for these postdoctoral positions will be highly motivated, creative, and have interest in translational cancer biology. A qualified candidate is expected to have had outstanding graduate training, experience and/or training in mammalian cell culture, mouse tumor studies, molecular biology techniques, cell biology techniques, genome engineering techniques, and biochemical techniques. They will be expected to collect, and analyze data, and supervise students. A qualified candidate will have demonstrated excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, demonstrated by record of first-author publications. The individual hired must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent) degree, with a strong background in one or more of the following areas: molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, cancer genomics/genetics, immunology, next generation sequencing (including single cell RNA-seq), or mouse modeling. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.Required DegreeDoctorate -Molecular or Cellular Biology or relatedMinimum RequirementsPh.D. in Molecular or Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Cancer Genomics/Genetics, Immunology, or related fieldFirst author publicationsRequired Application MaterialsCVCover letterNames and contact information for 3 professional referencesTogether-we-will StatementThe university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/{target="blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}Review of Applications Begins On03/22/2023Websitehttps://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.