Postdoctoral Associate in Metabolism & Experimental Biology
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About the Role
Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to conduct laboratory research on cancer metabolism and molecular mechanisms of tumor progression. The role involves designing experiments, using CRISPR-Cas9, cell-based assays, and in vivo models.
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Responsibilities
- Design and conduct independent laboratory experiments on cancer metabolism and disease progression
- Partner with principal investigators and multidisciplinary teams to co develop study designs
- Perform molecular and cellular techniques including CRISPR Cas9 gene editing and cell based assays
- Conduct biochemical and functional assays, including enzyme activity and metabolic pathway analyses
- Perform and support in vivo studies in mouse models
- Analyze and interpret experimental data and contribute to study outcomes
- Prepare reports, figures, and scientific manuscripts; publish findings in peer reviewed journals
- Present research results in internal meetings and external scientific conferences
- Provide guidance and support to team members and students
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation
- Review scientific literature to inform experimental design
Requirements
- PhD in Cancer Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field
- Relevant post qualification experience
- Strong background in cancer research, preferably cancer metabolism or biochemical pathways
- Extensive knowledge of molecular and cellular techniques including CRISPR Cas9, cell culture, functional and biochemical assays
- Working knowledge of metabolomics or multi omics approaches is an advantage
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Position Summary
- The position is responsible for designing, executing, and interpreting laboratory based research on cancer metabolism and molecular mechanisms of tumor progression, integrating functional genomics, metabolic profiling, and experimental biology.
Job Responsibilities
- Designs and conducts independent laboratory experiments to investigate cancer metabolism and disease progression.
- Partners with principal investigators and multidisciplinary research teams to co develop study designs and define experimental approaches.
- Performs and optimizes molecular and cellular techniques, including CRISPR Cas9 gene editing and cell based assays.
- Conducts biochemical and functional assays, including enzyme activity and metabolic pathway analyses.
- Performs and supports in vivo studies in mouse models, ensuring compliance with institutional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
- Analyzes and interprets experimental data and contributes to study outcomes.
- Prepares reports, figures, and scientific manuscripts; writes and publishes findings in peer reviewed journals.
- Presents research results in internal meetings and external scientific conferences.
- Provides guidance and support to others within the team and student community as required.
- Maintains accurate and organized laboratory records and documentation.
- Reviews scientific literature to inform experimental design and identify areas for improvement.
Education and Experience
- PhD in Cancer Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field
- Relevant post qualification experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong background in cancer research preferably cancer metabolism or biochemical pathways.
- Extensive knowledge of molecular and cellular techniques, including CRISPR Cas9 gene editing, cell culture, functional and biochemical assays, enzyme activity analysis, and ex vivo studies (e.g. mice models).
- Working knowledge of metabolomics or multi omics approaches, with understanding of mitochondrial metabolism, redox biology, or related pathways is an advantage.
- Strong ability to connect experimental results with underlying biological mechanisms.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; R or similar tools is an advantage).
About Weill Cornell Medicine Qatar
- Weill Cornell Medicine Qatar was established in 2001 as a partnership between Cornell University and Qatar Foundation.
- First medical school in Qatar and a pioneer of coeducation at the university level.
- Offers an integrated Six Year Medical Program leading to the Cornell University M.D. degree.
- Part of Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City.
- Located in Education City, Doha, home to several international universities.
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