Post-baccalaureate Researcher

2 weeks ago

Bethesda, Maryland, United States Henry M. Jackson Foundation Full time
Overview

Join the HJF Team


The Xiaofeng Allen Su laboratory at the Center for Prostate Disease Research (CPDR) is seeking a highly motivated and talented Post-baccalaureate Researcher with strong interests in translational cancer research to join a dynamic research team.

Dr.

Su has adjunct appointments and close collaborations with National Cancer Institute (NCI) and National Walter Reed Hospital and Uniformed Services University.

The lab focuses on how genomic instability and tumor-specific aneuploidy influences prostate cancer development.

Current lab projects focus on identifying novel aneuploidy-associated gene candidates in driving the proliferation and progression in cancers and elucidating relevant molecular mechanisms in the field of (but not limited to) DNA damage repair, genomic instability, cancer metabolism and cancer immunology.

The overarching goal of these studies is to provide implications for novel therapeutic strategies for cancer patients.


The Post-baccalaureate Researcher will be responsible for carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team consisting of scientific and clinical investigators.

Candidates should have interests in molecular biology and in identifying novel biomarkers in prostate cancer. Career building opportunities include development of scientific presentation, technical research skills, experimental design, and writing skills.


This position will be in support of the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program's (MCCRP) Center for Prostate Disease Research (CPDR) located at the Rockledge Offices in Bethesda, Maryland.

HJF provides scientific, technical, and programmatic support services to the MCCRP and CPDR.

About

CPDR:


CPDR is an interdisciplinary translational prostate cancer research program of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) Department of Surgery and the John P.

Murtha Cancer Center Research Program at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

Established in 1992 (Public Law , CPDR's mission is fulfilled primarily through its three principal programs:
(1) the Clinical Translational Research Center; (2) the Basic Science Research Program, and (3) the Multicenter National Prostate Cancer Database to encompass its clinical research work with participating military medical centers.

Please click here to learn more about CPDR.

Note:

This work site requires that non-US Citizen incumbents have lived in the US three out of the past five years.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine.

We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing, and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.

Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners.

HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Responsibilities

  • Performs research projects, including the collection and organization of data. Follows instructions and standard operating procedures.
  • Performs data entry in accurate, timely, and efficient manner. Maintains clear and accurate data collection records and inventories in accordance with Good Clinical and/or Good Laboratory practices.
  • Maintains supplies in the laboratory and ensures proper cleanliness and sanitation in accordance with Good Clinical and/or Good Laboratory practices.
  • Creates, collects, disseminates, and maintains appropriate study data.
  • Assists in the preparation of technical reports, summaries, and protocols. Creates and communicates detailed observations on experiments.
  • May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
  • Present scientific progress and findings in national and institutional meetings and conferences.
Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Performs duties as assigned by the Principal Investigator including experimental design, ability to analyze data, and interpret results.
  • The laboratory works with lipid metabolism, cell culture, human datasets, genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic studies to explore cancer related signal transduction pathways.
  • Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques, ability to follow detailed instructions, good communication, and analytical skills is required.
  • Background in cancer cell biology/models, cell culture work, molecular biology, or biochemistry is desirable.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.
Physical Capabilities

  • Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
Work Environment

  • This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.
Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Minimum of 0-2 years' experience required.
Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.


Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR c)

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

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