Research Trainee - Agudo Lab

The goal of this training program is to introduce the trainee to the fundamental concepts of tumor immunology, with a particular focus on understanding immune cell dynamics within the tumor microenvironment. The trainee will gain experience investigating how immune cells, especially T cells, respond to and interact with tumor cells using a combination of experimental and computational approaches.
The trainee will receive hands-on instruction in core laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, mammalian cell culture, primary T-cell isolation
and culture, cytotoxicity assays, and western blotting. In addition, the trainee will be exposed to the analysis and interpretation of large-scale omics datasets relevant to cancer and immunology, with opportunities to participate in data analysis projects.

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.

Develop an understanding of tumor immunology and immune cell behavior in the tumor microenvironment. The trainee will learn key concepts related to immune surveillance, T-cell activation and dysfunction, tumor immune evasion, and mechanisms regulating anti-tumor immunity. Progress will be evaluated through active participation in lab meetings, journal clubs, and regular discussions with the
supervisor and PI. Develop the ability to present and interpret scientific data.
The trainee will learn how to organize, analyze, and communicate experimental findings. They will present ongoing work during weekly lab meetings, where lab members will provide feedback, ask questions, and discuss future directions.

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.

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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).

$33,300.00 - $44,400.00