Postdoc: Cancer Metabolism & FLASH Radiation Biology

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Presencial; USD 64 000 - 71 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

University of Washington in Seattle invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar position in the Moon Laboratory within the Department of Radiation Oncology to begin January 2027. The role focuses on cancer and radiation biology, with emphasis on metastasis, metabolism, and FLASH radiotherapy, using molecular, cellular, and in vivo approaches.

The candidate will design, execute, analyze experiments, and contribute to new research directions in a collaborative setting.

Qualificações

• The candidate must have earned a PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Cancer Biology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Radiation Biology, Metabolism or related field by the date of appointment.
• Strong experimental and analytical skills with the ability to design and troubleshoot independently.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsabilidades

• Independently design, conduct, analyze, and interpret mechanistic studies using molecular, cellular, and in vivo cancer models.
• Investigate molecular and metabolic mechanisms underlying tumor progression and metastasis.
• Study tumor and normal tissue responses to conventional and FLASH radiation.
• Develop and characterize in vitro and in vivo tumor models.
• Perform molecular and cellular studies of gene regulation, signaling, metabolism, and protein function.
• Conduct mouse tumor, metastasis, and radiation studies.
• Present findings at national and international meetings and prepare manuscripts for publication.
• Contribute to collaborative studies and grant applications; mentor students and junior researchers.

Formação académica

PhD in Cancer Biology or related field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

University of Washington in Seattle invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar position in the Moon Laboratory within the Department of Radiation Oncology to begin January 2027. The role focuses on cancer and radiation biology, with emphasis on metastasis, metabolism, and FLASH radiotherapy, using molecular, cellular, and in vivo approaches.

The candidate will design, execute, analyze experiments, and contribute to new research directions in a collaborative setting.