Postdoc: Metastasis, Metabolism & FLASH Radiation

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Presencial; USD 64.000 - 71.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Washington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Radiation Oncology (Moon Lab) focusing on cancer metastasis, metabolism, and FLASH radiation biology. Start date January 2027; salary range $5,705–$6,372 per month, with UAW 4121 representation.

The role spans mechanistic studies, in vivo models, and collaborative grant work, driving independent research directions. Applicants should have a PhD in related fields and a strong record in molecular/cellular biology

Formación

• PhD in Cancer Biology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Radiation Biology, Metabolism or related field by appointment date.

Responsabilidades

• The Postdoctoral Scholar will 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.
• Present findings at national and international meetings and prepare manuscripts.

Conocimientos

Cell culture

qPCR

Western blot

Flow cytometry

Gene expression

Molecular biology

In vivo models

Metabolism studies

Chromatin analysis

Educación

PhD in Cancer Biology

Herramientas

In vivo imaging

Xenograft models

Descripción del empleo

The University of Washington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Radiation Oncology (Moon Lab) focusing on cancer metastasis, metabolism, and FLASH radiation biology. Start date January 2027; salary range $5,705–$6,372 per month, with UAW 4121 representation.

The role spans mechanistic studies, in vivo models, and collaborative grant work, driving independent research directions. Applicants should have a PhD in related fields and a strong record in molecular/cellular biology