Pitt Postdoctoral Positions

Position # 13

Position Details

Duties or Responsibilities: Cell culture Organoid culture Transfection protein analysis Imaging analysis mRNA analysis Flow and cell sorting Mouse tumor models

School:	Medicine
Department:	Pathology
Classification:	Postdoctoral Associate
Funding source:	NIH Grant

Start Date:	6/1/2022
Overall Summary:	A Postdoctoral position in Jian Yu lab at The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is open to study immunogenic cell death and stress rewiring in colon cancer. The researcher will study stress-related signaling pathways to identify novel targets for early detection, prevention, and treatment. The individual must possess a strong background in cancer biology and molecular genetics, and extensive training in molecular biology and cell biology is required and proved by publications. Experience with mouse tumor models and immunology is desirable but not required. The researcher will work independently as well as a team player with a multidisciplinary team and approach from signaling, omics, cells, mice to patient derived models. Please direct any specific question, 1-page cover letter, CV, and names of three referees to jiy3@pitt.edu. Pittsburgh is a vibrant and affordable city with great neighborhoods, convenient public transportation, excellent public schools, and abundant cultural activities. The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled. Yu lab embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and values individuality.
Qualifications or Expectations: Phd MD PhD
Opportunities Available: Poster and oral presentations Local and national meetings Workshop on emerging techniques Workshop on scientific writing Fellowship application Student mentoring manuscript writing
Website:	https://path.upmc.edu/personnel/faculty/yuj.htm

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How to Apply


Faculty/PI Name:	Jian Yu
Instructions:	Visit www.join.pitt.edu and View Requisition Number 22003198 to apply.
Email Address of Contact:	jiy3@pitt.edu