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306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate
Business Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate | Zhang Laboratory
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The laboratory of Dr. Hui Zhang in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences invites applications for a temporary, full-time, non-tenure track, 12-month position as a Postdoctoral Research Associate.
Research in the Zhang Laboratory will be focused on exploring the function of double-negative T (DN T) cells in antitumor immunity and cancer immunotherapy. DN T cells play a pivotal role in initiating antitumor immune response and shaping tumor microenvironment. Deciphering the underlying mechanism will allow us to develop a new paradigm for cancer immunotherapy. We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated scientist to contribute to this exciting research project. For related work of our laboratory please see the following link: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/directory/hui-zhang/.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Information:
Area/College: College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Department Name: Pharmaceutical Sciences
City, State, Zip: Spokane, WA 99202
Department Link: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/
Annual Salary: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00;commensurate with qualifications and experience.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
Overtime Eligibility: This position is eligible for overtime.
FTE: 100%
This is a temporary position expected end on November 30, 2024. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Tenure-Track: No
Posting Close Date: This post has been extended. Applicants must submit their completed application by Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following documents to their online application.
External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.
Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate
Business Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate | Zhang Laboratory
Employee Type:
Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
12 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The laboratory of Dr. Hui Zhang in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences invites applications for a temporary, full-time, non-tenure track, 12-month position as a Postdoctoral Research Associate.
Research in the Zhang Laboratory will be focused on exploring the function of double-negative T (DN T) cells in antitumor immunity and cancer immunotherapy. DN T cells play a pivotal role in initiating antitumor immune response and shaping tumor microenvironment. Deciphering the underlying mechanism will allow us to develop a new paradigm for cancer immunotherapy. We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated scientist to contribute to this exciting research project. For related work of our laboratory please see the following link: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/directory/hui-zhang/.
Responsibilities:
- Design and conduct experiments and data analysis.
- Draft manuscripts and presentations.
- Provide research expertise to assist lab members, including graduate students, undergraduate students, research interns, and technicians as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, such as Immunology, Cancer Biology, Cell Biology, or related fields with extensive expertise in molecular biology and cell biology.
- Hands-on experience in Immunology and Cancer Biology, such as animal models, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, in vivo and in vitro bioassays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in bulk/single-cell RNA Seq and bioinformatics.
Additional Information:
Area/College: College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Department Name: Pharmaceutical Sciences
City, State, Zip: Spokane, WA 99202
Department Link: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/
Annual Salary: $50,000.00 - $57,000.00;commensurate with qualifications and experience.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf. Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
Overtime Eligibility: This position is eligible for overtime.
FTE: 100%
This is a temporary position expected end on November 30, 2024. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Tenure-Track: No
Posting Close Date: This post has been extended. Applicants must submit their completed application by Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following documents to their online application.
- Curriculum Vitae/Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
External candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.
Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Applicants are required to include contact information for professional references within the application.
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
