Postdoctoral Associate in Metabolism & Experimental Biology

Postdoctoral Associate in Metabolism & Experimental Biology

Organization: Dr. Halama Lab

Location: Qatar

Employment: Full Time

Work Days: Sunday-Thursday

Sponsorship Eligibility: Yes

Posting End Date: 08/02/2026

Position Summary

The position is responsible for designing, executing, and interpreting laboratory-based research on cancer metabolism and molecular mechanisms of tumor progression, integrating functional genomics, metabolic profiling, and experimental biology.

Job Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts independent laboratory experiments to investigate cancer metabolism and disease progression.
• Partners with principal investigators and multidisciplinary research teams to co-develop study designs and define experimental approaches aligned with research objectives.
• Performs and optimizes molecular and cellular techniques, including CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing and cell-based assays.
• Conducts biochemical and functional assays, including enzyme activity and metabolic pathway analyses.
• Performs and supports in vivo studies in mouse models, ensuring compliance with institutional, ethical, and regulatory standards.
• Analyzes and interprets experimental data and contributes to study outcomes.
• Prepares reports, figures, and scientific manuscripts; writes and publishes findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Presents research results in internal meetings and external scientific conferences.
• Provides guidance and support to others within the team and student community as required.
• Maintains accurate and organized laboratory records and documentation.
• Reviews scientific literature to inform experimental design and identify areas for improvement.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

PhD in Cancer Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field, with relevant post-qualification experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong background in cancer research, preferably in cancer metabolism or biochemical pathways.
• Extensive knowledge of molecular and cellular techniques, including CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, cell culture, functional and biochemical assays, enzyme activity analysis, and ex vivo studies (e.g., mouse models).
• Working knowledge of metabolomics or multi-omics approaches, with an understanding of mitochondrial metabolism, redox biology, or related pathways is an advantage.
• Strong ability to connect experimental results with underlying biological mechanisms.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; R or similar tools is an advantage).

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled employer.