Research Instructor: Cancer Biology & Radiation Oncology

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Texas; Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a highly qualified researcher for a faculty/research position focused on cancer biology and translational studies. The role involves leading basic and translational projects in radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and drug discovery, with emphasis on leveraging mouse models and advanced molecular techniques.

Responsibilities include developing new strategies to define radiotherapy mechanisms, performing in vitro and in vivo assays, analyzing

Qualifikationen

• Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and/or department mission.
• At least 2 years as postdoctoral experience required.
• Three years of postdoctoral experience in cancer biology, radiation biology or related fields preferred.
• Strong experience using mouse models in biomedical research.
• Knowledge of radiation oncology, clinical database management and data analysis, patient sample database management, basic cellular and molecular biology techniques and related instruments.
• Medical background with data science and lab skills in DNA, RNA and protein analysis, ELISA and multiplex assays and radiation preferred.

Aufgaben

• Perform basic and translational research in areas related to radiotherapy, immunotherapy, drug discovery, and cancer biology.
• Develop new strategies and tools to define the roles and cellular/molecular mechanisms of radiotherapy in treating cancers.
• Perform in vitro and in vivo assays to study cancer initiation, development and therapeutic resistance.
• Perform data analyses of publicly accessible databases to support research projects in the laboratory.
• Ensure safety standards are maintained in the laboratory. Collaborate with other investigators at MDACC and outside institutions on research projects.
• Must be present physically to work a minimum of 40 hours per week in the institution.
• Must read and comprehend research literature and attend ongoing seminars to stay informed on developments in the field.
• Demonstrates potential for institutional service and teamwork.
• Complies with all policies and procedures.

Ausbildung

Doctorate-level degree

Jobbeschreibung

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a highly qualified researcher for a faculty/research position focused on cancer biology and translational studies. The role involves leading basic and translational projects in radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and drug discovery, with emphasis on leveraging mouse models and advanced molecular techniques.

Responsibilities include developing new strategies to define radiotherapy mechanisms, performing in vitro and in vivo assays, analyzing