RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

Department of Cancer Biology

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine'sfaculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department ofCancer Biologyis a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine?

UC is one of the largest employers in the Cincinnati region, employing over 15,000 full time and part time faculty, staff and student workers. The College of Medicine, Department of Cancer Biology, is looking for a Research Associate in the laboratory of Dr. Xiaoting Zhang. This position will support the University's mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities.

Job Description : We are seeking a Research Associate to study transcriptional and epigenetic regulation of gene expression in breast cancer. The Zhang laboratory currently focuses on elucidating molecular mechanisms of gene- and tissue- specific transcriptional cofactors in breast cancer [Mol Cell 19:89-100, PNAS 107: 6765, JBC 286:17746, EMBO J. 30:2405, Cancer Research 72:5625, ACS Nano 11(1):335, Cancer Research 78(2):422]. We are using a combination of biochemical, molecular, genomic (RNA-seq, ChIP-seq) and mouse genetic (conditional knockout, mutant knockin and overexpression) approaches. We are also currently developing RNA-based nano-therapeutics to target these cofactors to overcome therapeutic resistance of human breast cancer.

Minimum Qualificaitons : Bachelor degree in a profession/field or equivalent level of knowledge

Preferred Qualifications : PhD and/or MD degree with research experience in biochemistry, molecular cellular biology or a related field.Prior experience with animal studies, immunology, RNA-seq/ChIP-seq analyses or nanotechnology is a plus.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / M / F / Veteran / Disabled.

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Job Segment: Cancer Research, Genetics, Biochemistry, Materials Science, Molecular Biology, Healthcare, Science



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