Researcher

Senior researcher position in:

Sex dimorphism in skin aging and cancer susceptibility

A senior research position is available for an individual with outstanding track record in mammalian cell biology and epigenetics and demonstrated organizational / administrative skills, within a research program led by G. Paolo Dotto, MD, PhD at the Cutaneous Biology Research Center (CBRC), Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) / Harvard Medical School (HMS). Overall research efforts, at the interface between basic and clinical sciences, are on sex differences in cancer susceptibility, with a specific focus on androgen signalling in skin aging and cancer (melanoma). For more information, see https://www.massgeneral.org/dermatology/research/cutaneous-biology-research-center/faculty-labs/gian-paolo-dotto

Requirements :

• PhD in Cell Biology or Genetics , a MD with > 2 years basic research experience
• At least one first author paper in a high ranking journal (impact factor >8)
• Skills in bioinformatics and analysis of large data sets

• Excellent knowledge of the English language and writing skills
• Demonstrated capability to work independently and highly cooperative attitude

• Independent, creative and enthusiastic researcher capable of working efficiently in an international team

Work information :

• Competitive salary, depending on previous experience, possibility of substantial status advancement depending on performance
• Contract duration :1 year, renewable

• Expected start date: February 1st or later, as needed
• Activity rate: 100 % (research and research supervision of junior laboratory members, some laboratory management)

How to apply :

• by e-mail to gdotto@mgh.harvard.edu providing the following :
• CV with publication list
• Names and contact information of three referees, and an indication of in which capacity they know the candidate
• 1 page description of main research achievements
• Motivation letter with an indication of how the candidate’s previous experience can be integrated / applied to the host laboratory research program
• Deadline application : February 1st 2023

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.