Postdoctoral Fellow - Junjie Chen Lab

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

MD Anderson Cancer Center invites applications for a postdoctoral position focused on DNA damage repair and cancer biology. The lab studies tumor suppressors, oncogenes, and signaling pathways influencing tumor initiation and progression.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, career-oriented researchers who will contribute to mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, and mouse genetics, with translational collaborations and high-impact publications anticipated.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field and strong track record in cancer biology.
• Experience with postdoctoral training and independence.

Responsibilities

• Lead experimental work in DNA damage repair and cancer biology.
• Collaborate across translational projects and cancer research teams.
• Train and mentor others while developing independent research questions.

Skills

DNA damage repair

Cancer biology

Cell cycle regulation

Signaling pathways

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Mouse genetics

Proteomics

CRISPR screening

Education

PhD in a related field

Tools

CRISPR

Proteomics

Job description

Postdoctoral Position Available

Postdoctoral positions are available immediately to work in the areas of DNA damage repair and cancer biology. The lab focuses on the roles of tumor suppressor genes and oncogenes in DNA repair, cell cycle regulation, and other signaling pathways involved in tumor initiation, progression and metastasis. The approaches we take range from mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry to mouse genetics. We also conduct large-scale proteomic studies and whole genome CRISPR sgRNA in vitro and in vivo screens to explore various cancer related signal transduction pathways.

We seek applicants who are self-motivated and career-oriented to join an exciting and highly interactive research team. We have track record of training the best and the brightest postdoctoral fellows who have become exceptional independent group leaders in United States and other countries. The research environment at MD Anderson is outstanding and nurturing, especially for applicants who are interested in cancer biology and translational collaborations. MD Anderson Cancer Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Highly motivated and energetic applicants are encouraged to contact me by e-mail at [e-mail] or letter to:

Dr. Junjie Chen
Professor and Chair
Department of Experimental Radiation Oncology
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Boulevard, Unit 1052
Houston, Texas 77030