Postdoc: Translational KRAS NSCLC Oncology Research

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

A leading cancer research institute in Houston is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology. The role involves research into KRAS-mutant lung cancer, requiring a PhD or MD with a strong background in cancer biology. Successful candidates will engage in both laboratory work and data analysis, contributing to innovative research. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years of prior postdoctoral experience.
• Background in cancer or cell and molecular biology.
• Desirable experience in studies involving mouse models of KRAS-driven cancers.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and translational research involving molecular biology approaches.
• Analyze single-cell RNA sequencing and whole-exome sequencing data.
• Present findings at regular lab meetings and submit findings for publication.

Skills

Molecular biology approaches

Experience in RAS signaling

Computational biology/bioinformatics

Excellent written and spoken English

Education

PhD and/or MD

Tools

CRISPR/Cas technology

Western blotting

ELISA

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

A leading cancer research institute in Houston is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology. The role involves research into KRAS-mutant lung cancer, requiring a PhD or MD with a strong background in cancer biology. Successful candidates will engage in both laboratory work and data analysis, contributing to innovative research. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional development.