Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment, CNS Radiation Oncology

MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Onsite in Houston

Job summary

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center invites applications for a postdoctoral research position focused on cancer biology, radiotherapy, and immunotherapy. The role emphasizes basic and translational studies, development of new strategies, and collaboration across departments.

Candidates should hold a doctorate and have at least two years of postdoctoral experience; strong mouse model experience is preferred. Onsite work in Houston with competitive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have doctorate and at least 2 years postdoctoral experience.
• Strong background in cancer biology, radiotherapy or related fields is preferred.
• Experience with mouse models in biomedical research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and translational research related to radiotherapy, immunotherapy, drug discovery, and cancer biology.
• Develop new strategies and tools to define cellular/molecular mechanisms of radiotherapy in treating cancers.
• Perform data analyses of publicly accessible databases and collaborate with internal/external investigators.
• Maintain safety standards and dedicate at least 40 hours per week onsite.
• Read current literature and attend seminars to stay updated on the field.

Education

Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and/or department mission

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Research

• Previously participated in an appropriate academic, industrial or governmental research program.
• Has evidence of ability to carry out individual collaborative research and support, or to play role in departmental or institutional research initiatives.
• Perform basic and translational research in areas related to radiotherapy, immunotherapy, drug discovery, and cancer biology.
• Develop new strategies and tools to define the roles and cellular/molecular mechanisms of radiotherapy in treating cancers.
• Perform in vitro and in vivo assays to study cancer initiation, development and therapeutic resistance.
• Perform data analyses of publicly accessible databases to support research projects in the laboratory.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained in the laboratory. Collaborate with other investigators at MDACC and outside institutions on research projects.
• Must be present physically to work a minimum of 40 hours per week in the institution.
• Must read and comprehend research literature and attend ongoing seminars to be well informed on the latest scientific developments in the field of interest.

Education

• Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and/or department mission.

Experience

Required

• At least 2 years as postdoctoral experience required or equivalent time as a basic scientist

Preferred

• Three years of postdoctoral experience in cancer biology, radiation biology or related fields. Strong experience using mouse models in biomedical research.

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 183909
• Employee Status: Regular
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 0
• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
• Work Location: Onsite

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