A research scientist I position is available in the lab of Dr. Jiandong Chen https://moffitt.org/research-science/researchers/jiandong-chen/ at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida.

The research interest of the lab is to study the structures, regulation, and therapeutic targeting of p53, MDM2 and MDMX proteins for cancer treatment. Ongoing work include investigation of temperature-sensitive mutant p53, investigation of novel MDMX functions, and mechanisms of MDMX regulation by phosphorylation.

Position Highlights:

• The Research Scientist is a non-tenure track researcher who assumes the direct responsibility of conducting and performing experiments or directly overseeing experimentation as part of a research team under the general guidance of an Investigator.
• The Research Scientist only activity is research and related support activities and the efforts of the Research Scientist are focused on goals of the laboratory they are part of. 
   

The Ideal Candidate:

• Candidates with a Ph.D. degree in biochemistry and molecular biology, minimum 4 years of postdoctoral experience, and a strong publication record are welcome to contact Dr. Chen at [email protected].

Responsibilities:

• Plans and performs experiments directed towards answering specific scientific questions with limited supervision under the general guidance of Investigator.
• Interacts closely with Investigator and other researchers within the Investigator Laboratory and conducts relevant background research including literature searches and reviews.
• Assists in planning and developing research projects within the laboratory under the Investigator's direction.
• May work individually or may have significant oversight over other less experience research personnel.

Credentials and Qualifications:

• Minimum of an M.D. or Ph.D. in Biological Science or related field with three to five years of postdoctoral experience.