BACKGROUND

Available immediately for highly motivated and independent scientist with a background and track record in systems immunology and expertise in managing and analyzing high-throughput biological data including flow cytometry, TCR seq, RNAseq, and single-cell RNA-seq. Central to our lab mission is an in-depth exploration of the basic mechanisms of immune response to leukemia after immunotherapy and bone marrow transplantation with a focus on clinical translation.Our work is published in leading journals and we are part of a large and vibrant cancer immunology and immunotherapy research community at Johns Hopkins.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The candidate will utilize systems biology approaches to explore mechanism of T cell dysfunction in a highly collaborative atmosphere with engaged basic and translational colleagues. Opportunities to initiate and lead projects are plentiful.

REQUIREMENTS

Recent PhD degree in biological, computational discipline or related fields with strong quantitative training or experience. We will also consider applications from individuals with an Msc (or equivalent degree) with a particularly strong background.

PREFERENCES

Relevant expertise includes: a) demonstrated proficiency (publications) with common bioinformatic tools and software; b) experience with computational analysis of high-dimensional flow cytometric data; c) ability to analyze data from range of genomic techniques, including RNA-seq, single cell RNA-seq and TCRseq; c) strong programming skills; d) ability to perform analyses with minimal guidance but with attention to detail and an analytical aptitude.

TERMS

The start date is immediate (but flexible depending on mutual agreement), and the position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received.

LOCALE

Large research university. The lab takes a team science approach.

COMPENSATION

Salary/Benefits: Successful candidates will be offered competitive salary commensurate with experience and institutional guidelines.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should send a current CV, contact information for three references, and a brief statement on their previous research experience and future goals via e-mail to Dr. Leo Luznik, (luznile[at]jhmi.edu). Department of Oncology/Division of Hematologic Malignancies, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, MD. USA.

DEADLINE

June 1st, 2019