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The Post Doctoral Scholar will pursue specialized research training and experience in the fields of cancer and the microbiome in the labs of Dan Spakowicz , Ph.D. MS, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine (Principal Investigator) within the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Ohio State University with joint mentoring by Laura Chambers , DO.

Dan Spakowicz , Ph.D. MS, Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine (Principal Investigator) within the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology and the Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Ohio State University, with joint mentoring by a clinical faculty member, determined according to the applicant's expertise and development goals.

Together, Spakowicz and Chambers lab study how the microbiome affects the response to cancer treatments, especially immunotherapy, and how it can be modified to promote response to treatment and decreased toxicity. They conduct clinical trials that leverage the microbiome as a biomarker of response or as a therapeutic target. In the lab, the group uses model systems to establish causal relationships between the microbiome, the immune system, and treatment responses. In addition, the lab leads a national collaboration among 21 cancer centers to study the tumor microbiome and how it can be leveraged to improve cancer outcomes.

For more information: https://u.osu.edu/spakowiczlab/.

Key Responsibilities

• Genome-resolved microbiome analysis from human clinical trials and murine models.
• Evaluate the causal effects of the microbiome on cancer treatment outcomes
• Collaborate effectively with faculty and lab members for analyses, manuscripts, and grant applications

Minimum Education Required

• Doctoral Degree in Cancer Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, or related field required

Required Qualifications

• Genome-resolved microbiome analysis expertise
• Predictive modeling
• Requires successful completion of a background check
• Qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen

The Ohio State University is a dynamic community of diverse resources, where opportunity thrives and where individuals transform themselves and the world. The Ohio State University is one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive public universities and a top employer in Ohio.

As one of only 57 designated comprehensive cancer centers in the nation, The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute is dedicated to the creation of knowledge in laboratory, clinical and population-based cancer research. We apply those discoveries to develop more effective approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and therapies – providing tomorrow’s standard of care today. A Cancer-Free World Begins Here.

The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities. is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.

As an Ohio State employee, you will also have access to many benefits such as

• Retirement Package choice of OPERS or Alternative Retirement Plan
• Competitive Vacation and Sick Leave Program
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Opportunity to purchase season tickets to OSU sporting events
• Additional discounted rates on things such as select cell phone plans, pet care, food and dining, etc.

By the start of employment, all newly hired employees must receive at least the first dose of a two-dose series or a single dose of a one-dose series COVID-19 vaccination. Individuals who choose a two-dose series vaccination must receive the second dose within 45 days of their start date. Proof of vaccination will be required at time of hire.

Candidates may request a medical or religious exemption from the vaccination requirement. Campus employees may also request an exemption for personal reasons. Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, College of Medicine or OSUP Employees are not eligible for personal exemptions. All exemptions are subject to Ohio State’s approval and subject to change, including revocation, due to legal and regulatory requirements.

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Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.