The Xiang Zhang Lab investigates biological mechanisms and therapeutic strategies of breast cancer metastasis. The lab is currently investigating early-stage bone colonization of disseminated breast cancer cells and breast cancer-induced immunosuppression.

• Prepares and conducts laboratory research experiments.
• Collects, compiles and analyzes data.
• Selects, evaluates and applies techniques used in routine research.
• Demonstrates use and care of equipment to research personnel in the laboratory.
• Engages in teaching graduate or medical students.
• Interprets rules, regulations, and policies for faculty and laboratory personnel and insures compliance.
• Conducts scientific research on bone metastasis of breast cancer and prostate cancer.
• Elucidates biological mechanisms underlying breast cancer metastasis, and design therapeutic strategies accordingly. ·
• Collaborates with scientists out of the lab for multidisciplinary study.
• Develops new model and technique to support the cancer-related research in the lab;
• Presents research findings at weekly lab meetings Primary focus of the Zhang Lab is to study:
  • how the systemic and local immune environment varies among tumors of diverse genetic/epigenetic background;
  • how to identify the critical immune cell types/functions in a specific tumor context; and
  • how different tumors evolve dependencies on specific immune cells. Our ultimate goal is to identify therapies that could restore the normal functions of the immune system.

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

• Prior experiences in tissue culture and basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, DNA purification, Western blot, DNA/RNA/Protein manipulation from cell line/tissue/Blood… etc) would be helpful.
• Must be a teamplayer and work well within a group.
• The individual should be self-motivated and enjoy being highly organized, detail-oriented, communicative, and collaborative.
• The individual should enjoy contributing to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the laboratory. The lab provides an interactive and stimulating scientific environment and opportunities for growth.

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