Postdoc: Neuroimmune Pain in Gynecologic Disease

Myana; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Translational Neuroscience to study neuroimmune mechanisms of pain in gynecological diseases such as endometriosis and ovarian cancer. The role involves designing experiments, publishing results, and mentoring students under supervision.

The project spans neuroscience, pharmacology, and cancer biology with strong translational potential and collaboration across a leading cancer research institution.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. in the 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 pharmacology).
• Publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to perform as a team member and good interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analyze and interpret data, prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication, and present findings at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct independent research studies on neuroimmune mechanisms of pain in gynecological disease.
• Participate in drafting scientific publications and funding proposals.
• Possibly supervise students under PI direction.
• Contribute to drug discovery and translational research efforts.

Skills

Pain research

Pharmacology experience

Nociception assays

Manuscript writing

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Rodent behavioral pain assays

Job description

MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Translational Neuroscience to study neuroimmune mechanisms of pain in gynecological diseases such as endometriosis and ovarian cancer. The role involves designing experiments, publishing results, and mentoring students under supervision.

The project spans neuroscience, pharmacology, and cancer biology with strong translational potential and collaboration across a leading cancer research institution.