T R A I N I N G   &   J O B   O P P O R T U N I T I E S

Research Staff Positions

   The Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research and Cornell University have formed a partnership to develop therapeutic agents for the treatment of cancer. The mission of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research is to originate and conduct research directed to the ultimate goal of eradicating cancer. Cornell University through its Biotechnology Institute has significant resources and core competencies in the area of gene expression and recombinant protein production. The partnership explores prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems to produce tumor antigens and validate their utility as cancer therapeutics.

   A laboratory and associated facilities have been established on the Cornell University-Ithaca campus dedicated to the development of recombinant DNA host systems for expressing tumor antigens and other potential cancer therapeutic agents. A team is being assembled to undertake this challenge and their efforts will range from vector construction, through scale up fermentation, to downstream purification.

Research Associate

   The Cornell University/Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research Partnership has a growing need for research associate level scientists to help guide the various programs in tumor antigen expression and scale up. Individuals with a PhD in molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemical engineering or related fields are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will share the mission of the partnership and be willing to engage in research and development efforts that will assist the process from laboratory discoveries of potential therapeutic agents to their testing in the clinic.

Graduate Student Fellowships

   The Cornell University/Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research funds two graduate research fellowships which are intended to support Ph.D. candidate students in the broad areas of biological sciences and/or biochemical engineering. Thesis projects need to be related to the mission of the partnership but should look at the more basic research aspects of recombinant protein expression and the discovery of new host/expression systems. Graduate students with affiliation or interest in the Graduate Program at Cornell University are encouraged to explore the potential opportunities regardless of field or major advisor.

Undergraduate Research Opportunities

   A limited number of research openings are available to undergraduates for the summer and during the academic year. Opportunities exist for students to work with the Cornell University/Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research staff and to be an integral part of the effort to discover novel treatments for cancer.

To apply for any of the above positions:

Please submit a current curriculum vitae and the names of at least three references to:

Professor Carl A. Batt
312 Stocking Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
FAX 607-255-8741
cab10@cornell.edu