Post Doctoral Scholar

About This Role

Conduct independent and collaborative research in the Kawasumi Lab focusing on skin cancer biology and epigenetics, elucidating molecular mechanisms of UV-induced DNA damage responses and genetic/epigenetic changes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research projects in the Kawasumi Lab primarily on skin cancer biology and skin cancer epigenetics
• Investigate genomic and epigenomic abnormalities in skin cancer and how to modulate DNA damage responses or epigenetic changes to inhibit skin cancer
• Study UV-induced DNA damage responses, UV-mediated skin diseases (skin cancer and lupus), skin disease epigenetics, exosomes, and 3D skin models
• Elucidate molecular mechanisms by which cells sense UV-induced DNA lesions (CPD and 6-4PP) and activate biological processes
• Dissect the molecular mechanisms by which genetic/epigenetic changes occur during cancer evolution, caffeine treatment, and UV-induced DNA damage and lupus development
• Document research data, identify technical problems, and propose solutions
• Mentor junior lab members, providing technical and intellectual guidance and troubleshooting
• Develop approaches and protocols while maintaining quality and cost effectiveness
• Train junior scientists in specific, standardized techniques and instrumentation
• Contribute to the preparation of oral/poster presentations, manuscripts, and grant applications

Requirements

• Extensive, direct, hands-on experience with molecular and cellular assays
• Experience with mouse studies
• Next-generation sequencing data analysis
• Bioinformatics and statistical analysis
• Scientific writing
• Presenting data to various groups
• Highly motivated with a track record of productive research (publication/presentations)
• Ability to discuss with PI and collaborators, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences or relevant field

Skills

* Required skills