Job Description

Position Summary
The laboratory of Dr. Lili Wang in the Division of Hematology & Oncology at the Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking postdoctoral fellows to join our team. Our research focuses on how dysregulation of RNA metabolism drives the development of blood cancers. We are looking for curious, motivated scientists who are eager to advance this exciting field. If you are interested in working in a supportive and energetic research environment and contributing to impactful discoveries, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Minimum Qualifications
• An M.D. or Ph.D. degree in molecular biology, cancer biology, immunology, or a related discipline is required
• Understanding fundamental RNA biology such as splicing or modification is required
• Understanding immunology and cancer biology is preferred
• Familiar with murine models is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated, independent and creative

Responsibilities
• Conduct independent and collaborative research on RNA metabolism dysregulation and oncogenesis.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments.
• Publish results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences.
• Assist in the preparation of research proposals and grant applications.
• Mentor and provide guidance to graduate and undergraduate students.
• Collaborate with internal and external research partners.
Application
For consideration, please format an application as a single PDF document containing the following: 1) Cover letter; 2) Curriculum Vitae; 3) Brief description of Research Objectives; and 4) Names and contact information of 3 referees to Dr. Lili Wang, [email protected]


https://x.com/LiliWangLab; https://dolphine1209g.github.io/liliwang-lab-website
https://www.cityofhope.org/research/find-a-scientist/lili-wang

Columbia University Irving Medical Center is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.