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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery
Chicago, IL
Job Description
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery
Hiring Department: Surgery
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024248
Posting Close Date: 06/11/2024
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Description:
Position Summary
The Department of Surgery, Dr. Basabi Rana's Lab at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This position requires a Ph.D. in Cancer Biology (or a related field) with related scientific training.
In addition, other essential skills will include elucidating at a molecular level the role of various novel upstream signaling molecules regulating growth, apoptosis, and survival in cancer cells, with particular focus on hepatocellular carcinoma and other gastrointestinal cancers. The detailed mechanism by which these molecules interact with each other to mediate cancer progression and therapy-resistance and how these pathways are activated will also be studied.
Duties & Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- PhD in Cancer Biology or related field
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
Open
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