As a Postdoctoral Associate, you will work on research focused on cancer evolution, tumor cell plasticity, chromosomal instability, innate immune signaling, and functional genomics in cancer. Projects in the lab integrate experimental and computational approaches to understand how genetic and microenvironmental context shape tumor progression and therapeutic response.
You will be responsible for the following:
• Conduct research independently and/or collaboratively with colleagues to ensure all experiments are appropriately conducted following Lab, Department, and College policies and procedures.
• Design, organize, and carry out experiments using established protocols, and adapt or develop new protocols as needed.
• Collect, prepare, and analyze research data, including maintaining detailed experimental records and research datasets.
• Tabulate data for presentations and use graphics and statistical software to analyze and present findings.
• Participate in manuscript and abstract preparation with the Principal Investigator, publish results in research journals, and present findings at conferences.
• Assist the Principal Investigator in applying for fellowship, grant, and scholarship support, as requested.
• Assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory, including training and supervising students or other laboratory personnel, as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications:
• PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in cancer biology, molecular biology, genetics, genomics, systems biology, computational biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Demonstrated research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications or preprints.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: molecular and cellular biology, genomics, cancer biology, mouse models, bioinformatics, or quantitative data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Applicants should provide a CV, cover letter describing research interests, and contact information for three references.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience with functional genomics, cancer model systems, single-cell or genomic profiling approaches, computational analysis of sequencing data, or tumor immunology.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research spanning experimental and computational methods.
• Strong organizational skills and interest in mentoring junior trainees.
Application Process:
Please send a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to: LaughneyLabPositions@gmail.com
Commitment to Diversity
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Appointment Term:
Initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued funding.
Starting Date:
Preferred start date: Spring/Summer 2026, flexible based on candidate availability and visa timing if applicable.
Location of Appointment:
Main Campus, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY
Lab and Department Websites:
Lab website: https://laughneylab.com
Department website: https://physiology.med.cornell.edu/
Salary:
Salary will be commensurate with experience and consistent with the Weill Cornell Medicine Postdoctoral Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Benefits:
A summary of employee benefits can be found on the WCM Human Resources website.
Visa Options:
Candidates applying for this position could be eligible for a J-1 Exchange visitor visa and the H-1B temporary worker visa.
Union Membership:
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Weill Cornell Medicine and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (“UAW”), and its Local Union, Weill Cornell Medicine Postdocs United-UAW Local 4100.
Contact
- Systems and Computational Biomedicine