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Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Shapiro Lab

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), United States

Institution
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI)
Country
United States
Position type
Postdoc
Subject area
Medicine & Health
Application deadline
29 December 2026
Salary
$72,000 - $76,385
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, US
Funding
Fully funded position

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About this position

Post-doctoral position available in the laboratory of Dr. Geoffrey Shapiro at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Harvard Medical School. The fellow will engage in studies of cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) inhibitors in models of ER+ breast cancer and other CDK4-dependent cancers, with an overarching theme of reversing CDK inhibitor resistance.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments.
  • Preparation of scientific presentations and publications.
  • Interactions with collaborators.
  • Supervision of technicians or students as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.Ds or M.D./Ph.Ds with a solid background in cell cycle biology and an interest in translational research are encouraged to apply.
  • Only candidates with demonstrated ability for completing complex research projects during their Ph.D. and significant experience in standard laboratory techniques (including flow cytometry, tissue culture, PCR, western blots, etc.) will be considered.
  • Experience with CRISPR and/or drug sensitivity screens, as well as work in patient-derived xenograft models will be helpful.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$72,000.00 - $76,385.00

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Applications close 29 December 2026.

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