The Dasgupta lab is looking for a highly motivated, self-driven and ambitious postdoctoral researcher to start around September, 2016 in the Division of Oncology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. The ideal candidate could be finishing up graduate studies or completed graduate studies with no more than one year of post-PhD research experience. Experience in molecular biology including in-depth understanding of molecular cloning, DNA, RNA and protein work and extensive cell culture is required. Some experience in mouse genetics is preferable. Background in cancer biochemistry, metabolism, signaling and genetics will be considered favorably and interest in the above fields is necessary. Candidates with an interest in the position should send their CV and contact information for 3 references to: Biplab.DasGupta@cchmc.org.
Using genetically engineered mouse models and human tissue, the Dasgupta lab has been engaged in cutting-edge research to understand neural stem cell metabolism, genetic and metabolic uniqueness of glioblastoma (a type of brain tumor) subtypes, energy and nutrient sensing signaling pathways in cancer versus normal cellular counterparts and the built-in metabolic vulnerabilities of human cancer cells. We are also deeply interested to understand the mechanisms by which non-genetic factors regulate the incidence and penetrance of human cancer. We have published our work in highly visible journals including Nature Communications, PNAS, Cancer Cell, and Cancer Research. Our current study on a novel mechanism of tumorigenesis in pediatric brain tumors will be published soon in Neuro-Oncology, and studies on the bioenergetic regulation of brain tumors is under review in Nature Medicine. Click on the PubMed link to learn more.
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Biplab Dasgupta, PhD, MS
Associate Professor
UC Department of Pediatrics
Division of Oncology
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center