Postdoc: Lung Cancer Biology & Therapeutic Research

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

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to study molecular mechanisms of lung cancer under the supervision of Dr. Vaishnavi.

The role combines molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular signaling, tissue culture, histology, and cancer genetics. The fellow will design and execute hypothesis-driven projects using genetically engineered mouse models, contribute to biomarker and therapeutic development, and present findings at national

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry or related field.
• Experience with in vivo mouse models of cancer.
• Ability to design and conduct hypothesis-driven research.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research projects on lung cancer biology.
• Investigate environmental carcinogenesis and therapeutic responses.
• Utilize molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular signaling and histology.
• Present findings at national meetings and seminars.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genetics

Biochemistry / signal transduction

In vivo experiments

Mouse models

Imaging tools

Education

Ph.D. degree in a relevant field

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to study molecular mechanisms of lung cancer under the supervision of Dr. Vaishnavi.

The role combines molecular biology, biochemistry, cellular signaling, tissue culture, histology, and cancer genetics. The fellow will design and execute hypothesis-driven projects using genetically engineered mouse models, contribute to biomarker and therapeutic development, and present findings at national