Postdoctoral Scholar, Medical Oncology (University of Washington Medicine Cancer Vaccine Institute)
Position Overview
Organization: Medicine, Oncology
Title: Postdoctoral Scholar, Medical Oncology (University of Washington Medicine Cancer Vaccine Institute)
Position Details
Position Description
The University of Washington Medicine Cancer Vaccine Institute, Department of Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology is recruiting for a post-doctoral fellow to study the intersection of cancer and autoimmunity with a focus on chronic inflammatory diseases that may predispose people to the development of cancer. This is a full-time, 12-month term position with possible extension to another 12-months depending on performance. The position would be at the Postdoctoral Scholar level. The project is highly translational and entails the identification of immunogenic proteins and deep phenotyping of the T-cell response in both humans and a variety of mouse models. Data generated will lead to the development of vaccines and other forms of immune therapy to limit inflammation. This project will use in vivo modeling of immune therapies in transgenic mouse models of autoimmune disease to assess vaccine efficacy and interrogate the mechanism of action of immunization via evaluating vaccine-induced T-cell function and immunophenotyping.
Postdoctoral scholars are represented by UAW 4121 and are subject to the collective bargaining agreement, unless agreed exclusion criteria apply. For more information, please visit the University of Washington Labor Relations website.
Anticipated start date would be June 1, 2022
Qualifications
This position requires a Ph.D. in immunology or a related area and significant experience in cellular and molecular based immunological techniques. Demonstration of writing skills through a documented publication record and excellent communication skills are needed. Experience in working with methods associated with human and murine T-cell function is a benefit. Previous post-doctoral experience is preferred.
Instructions
Applicants should send a CV, a description of research and career interests as well as references to Dr. Mary L. Disis via Interfolio.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements and Information
Under Washington State Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.1, University of Washington (UW) workers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof thereof, or receive a UW-approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement will be a condition of any offer associated with this recruitment. For more information, please visit https://www.washington.edu/coronavirus/vaccination-requirement/.