Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment, Thoracic Radiation Oncology

Mission Statement

The mission of UT MD Anderson is to eliminate cancer in Texas, across the Nation, and worldwide through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, cutting-edge research, and education.

Specific Functions/Competencies

• 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 UT MD Anderson and outside institutions on research projects.

Education and Experience

• Required: Ph.D. in Cancer Biology or related field.
• Required: At least 2 years of Postdoctoral experience or equivalent time as a basic scientist.
• PREFERRED: Three years of postdoctoral experience in cancer biology, radiation biology or related fields.
• PREFERRED: Strong experience using mouse models in biomedical research.

Benefits

• Affordable medical and dental plans.
• Paid time off.
• Retailer discounts.
• Tuition assistance.
• Retirement benefits.
• Individual and team recognition.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 181984.
• Status: Regular.
• Employee Status: Exempt and not eligible for overtime pay.
• FLSA: Exempt.