A five year, funded postdoctoral fellowship is currently available on a competitive basis at the NCI for a productive, highly-motivated, and energetic individual. The opening is in a laboratory studying T cell tolerance to tumor antigens. Opportunities exist to study the role of T cell avidity in tumor immunity and autoimmunity, as well as to study inflammation and cancer using contemporary murine models. A dynamic research environment and outstanding resources are available for enthusiastic individuals.

Requirements include an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent degree and experience in Immunology research. Candidate must have excellent verbal, written, communication, and organizational skills and an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. More information on research projects can be found at http://ccr.cancer.gov/staff/staff.asp?profileid=7740.

Interested individuals should click on the button below or send their CV and a letter of research interests to Dr. Andy Hurwitz at hurwitza@ncifcrf.gov.

This position is subject to a background investigation.


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