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Postdoctoral Researcher

Employer
Cooper University Health Care
Location
Camden, NJ
Closing date
Jun 11, 2023

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Sector
Other
Organization Type
Corporate
About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Surgical Research Laboratory, Department of Surgery, Cooper University Hospital and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) is seeking to fill a Postdoctoral Researcher position to study targeted therapy of upper aerodigestive tract cancer. The Postdoctoral Researcher will study esophageal cancer and potentially lung cancer under the direction of Dr. Luke Chen, using cancer cells, mouse models and human tisues.

This Postdoctoral Researcher position is fully funded for three years and renewable after three years, and salary will be commensurate with NIH guidelines based on Postdoc years of experience. The appointee is expected to perform independent research, analyze and interpret results, develop new research ideas or techniques, and effectively communicate findings through peer-reviewed publications and by presenting in regional and national scientific conferences. The appointee will also gain experience in grantsmanship and mentoring by instructing residents, fellows, research technicians, graduate and undergraduate students in the Surgical Research laboratory.

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and a strong record of publications in peer-reviewed journals is a must.

Strong ability to work with all disciplines, levels, and backgrounds

Ability to direct and manage lab staff, students and trainees in carrying out lab research projects.

Experience Required

Highly-qualified scientists with a demonstrated ability to carry out cell, molecular or histopathological studies. Cancer research experience is preferred.

Education Requirements

A MD or MD/PhD or PhD in Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline is preferred

Special Requirements

Scheduled Days / Hours: 9am to 5:30pm, M-F

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