Postdoc Fellow: Neuroimmune Pain in Gynecologic Disease

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Individual and team recognition

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a postdoctoral fellow to study neuroimmune mechanisms of pain in gynecological diseases, including endometriosis and ovarian cancer. The role includes experimental design, execution, and mentoring under the PI, with exposure to translational drug discovery processes. The candidate should have a Ph.D.

or MD/Ph.D. with strong publication records and expertise in pain biology and pharmacology, and will work in a collaborative, mentored environment

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in biological sciences (awarded or anticipated).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in pain research and pharmacology (e.g., nociception assays, analgesic pharmacology, receptor signaling).
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to perform as a team member and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analyze and interpret data, prepare manuscripts and present findings at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct independent research studies on neuroimmune mechanisms of pain in gynecological diseases.
• Publish and draft funding proposals; collaborate on manuscripts.
• Possibly supervise students under PI guidance; participate in lab meetings and presentations.
• Contribute to drug discovery and development considerations for pain-related diseases.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Pain research

Pharmacology

Nociception assays

Receptor signaling

Publications

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in biological sciences

Job description

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a postdoctoral fellow to study neuroimmune mechanisms of pain in gynecological diseases, including endometriosis and ovarian cancer. The role includes experimental design, execution, and mentoring under the PI, with exposure to translational drug discovery processes. The candidate should have a Ph.D.

or MD/Ph.D. with strong publication records and expertise in pain biology and pharmacology, and will work in a collaborative, mentored environment