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Research Associate Med-Pathology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (18001480) Applicants are invited for a Research Associate position at the University of Pittsburgh Cancer Center (UPCI). Candidates who have a PhD or equivalent graduate degree are being sought to expand expertise in breast cancer molecular pathology research. The incumbent will have an appointment in the Department of Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine (UPSOM). A successful candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in the Biomedical Sciences. The individual will be working on integrative genomics initiatives aimed at discovering cancer genes, predictive biomarkers, and therapeutic targets from next-generation sequencing and genomic data in cancer. The individual will be responsible for experimental study of recurrent gene fusions and molecular targets in breast cancer. Candidates capable of molecular biology experiments will be preferred, such as tissue processing, molecular cloning, RT-PCR, qPCR, genomic PCR, western blot, immunoprecipitation, etc. The individual is also expected to undertake significant lab management responsibilities. Wang laboratory is a new cancer genomics and molecular targeting lab at University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute (UPCI). Dr. Wang joined UPCI as associate professor on Feb 1st, 2016. The long-term goal of his lab is to apply a multiple disciplinary approach inclusive of bioinformatics, genetics, molecular and cell biology, and translational studies to detect driving genetic aberrations and qualify viable cancer targets on the basis of high-throughput genomic data. For more information about Wang lab research, please visit their previous website (http://www.bcm.edu/research/labs/xiaosong-wang) Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience. Highly motivated candidates should send their curriculum vitae together with a cover letter indicating their area of scientific expertise, and the names and contact information of three references to: Xiaosong Wang, MD, PhD Email: wangx13@pitt.edu The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Actions, Equal Opportunity Employer. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and diversity. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular Campus: Pittsburgh Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Attachments: Other (see posting for additional details)
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Internal Number: 18001480
About University of Pittsburgh
Founded in 1787, the same year the U.S. Constitution was signed, the University of Pittsburgh is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States. One of three state-related research universities in Pennsylvania, Pitt is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), which comprises 62 preeminent doctorate-granting research institutions in North America.Pitt faculty members have expanded knowledge in the humanities and sciences, earning such prestigious honors as the National Medal of Science, the MacArthur Foundation’s “genius” grant, the Lasker-DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award, and election to the National Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Medicine. Pitt scientists have defeated polio, unlocked the secrets of DNA, lead the world in organ transplantation, and pioneered TV and heavier-than-air flight, among numerous other accomplishments.Pitt students have earned Rhodes, Goldwater, Marshall, and Truman Scholarships, among other highly competitive national and international scholarships.Alumni have pioneered MRI and TV, won Nobel and Pulitzer Prizes, led corporations and universities, served in government and the military, conquered Hollywood and The New York Times bestsellers list, and won Super Bowls and NBA championships.
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