Postdoctoral Fellow - Imaging Physics - Research

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

A leading cancer research institution in Houston seeks a Postdoctoral Fellow in Imaging Physics. This position offers an opportunity to engage in groundbreaking research focused on genomic typing and treatment responses in lung cancer patients. The fellow will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, utilizing advanced statistical methods to analyze data and prepare reports. This full-time role includes a competitive salary between $64,000 to $76,000, along with excellent benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Seeking a Ph.D. holder with research capabilities.
• Experience in data collection and analysis preferred.
• Must be committed to ethical research standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on genomic typing and treatment outcomes.
• Analyze data using mathematical and statistical tools.
• Prepare reports and findings for mentorship.

Skills

Collaboration within multidisciplinary teams

Statistical analysis

Research skills

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in relevant field

Tools

Mathematical tools for data analysis

Job description

Postdoctoral Fellow – Imaging Physics – Research

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A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Department of Imaging Physics under the mentorship of Dr. Jia Wu.

The fellow will work on projects designated by the mentor and will be responsible for all aspects of the research process, including project conception, data collection, and analysis. Primary data collection may include chart reviews for genomic typing, treatment response, and survival outcomes of lung cancer patients treated with various therapies, as well as the integration of histology, radiomics, and genomics data. The fellow will analyze results using mathematical and statistical tools, compile findings, prepare reports, and submit these to the mentor.

All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.

Learning Objectives

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team that brings together expertise in oncology, radiomics, and AI/machine learning.
• Gain comprehensive knowledge across all three domains through hands‑on research and mentorship.
• Develop independent research interests with guidance and support from mentor, fostering professional growth and innovation.

Eligibility Requirements

An individual holding a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.) in an appropriate field who is seeking a temporary appointment under the supervision of a faculty mentor, involving full‑time laboratory‑based research or scholarship in preparation for an academic or research career as an independent investigator. This appointment is not part of a clinical training program; individuals holding an M.D. degree or equivalent are not permitted to engage in patient care activity.

Position Information

MD Anderson offers full‑time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000, depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, requiring routine reviews and screening.

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