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We are seeking a highly motivated post-doctoral fellow to join our research program for a position in the laboratory of Dr. Jens Lohr at Huntsman Cancer Institute. Our basic and translational research program aims to understand the evolution and treatment resistance of hematologic cancers by leveraging advanced next-generation sequencing technologies. We utilize sophisticated approaches, including single-cell multiparameter sequencing and flow cytometry, to analyze circulating and bone marrow tumor cells with high precision. The ultimate goal of highly granular characterization of tumors and their microenvironment is to elucidate the mechanisms of drug resistance in hematologic malignancies and facilitate the discovery of novel immunotherapies. Our research focuses on several key objectives, including: 1) Identifying the regulators of treatment response and resistance in multiple myeloma, 2) Leveraging liquid biopsy as a tool for clinical decision-making and evaluating therapeutic efficacy, 3) Advancing the development of more effective immunotherapies, including CAR T cell therapies. The postdoctoral fellow will interact and collaborate closely with other laboratory-based scientists and computational biologists across Huntsman Cancer Institute and the University of Utah and will be involved in a series of research activities including cellular and molecular cancer biology; low input genomics; epigeneticsHuntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming with impact worldwide.In your cover letter or during your interview process, we invite you to share how your professional experiences have prepared you to serve as a member of our team as we work to reduce the cancer burden experienced by all people and communities. This may include description of your prior experiences related to research, prevention, clinical care, community engagement/outreach, training, administration, or other areas relevant to Huntsman Cancer Institutes mission and this position.