Postdoc, Immunology: T Cells & Tumor Microenvironment

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Job summary

A prominent cancer research institute in Houston is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Immunology. The position will focus on understanding T cell dynamics in cancer and inflammation, providing extensive mentorship and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should hold a recent Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate, aiming for a career in academic research. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Recent Ph.D. (within three years) or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field.
• Seeking temporary appointment under faculty mentor supervision.
• Full-time laboratory-based research preparation for independent academic career.

Responsibilities

• Understand the role of tissue and tumor microenvironment in T cell dysfunction.
• Determine how time shapes CD8 T cell programs in cancer.
• Define effects of inflammation on T cell migration.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Job description

A prominent cancer research institute in Houston is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Immunology. The position will focus on understanding T cell dynamics in cancer and inflammation, providing extensive mentorship and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should hold a recent Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate, aiming for a career in academic research. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.