Postdoctoral Fellow - Sarcoma Medical Oncology- Research

Learning Objectives

• Elucidate key biological principles underlying sarcoma development, progression, and heterogeneity
• Apply modern single cell approaches to study sarcoma biology in relevant model systems
• Leverage emerging technologies, like xenium, to generate and analyze complex data from sarcoma samples
• Integrate diverse datasets to gain insights into sarcoma behavior and therapeutic response
• Formulate and test research hypotheses related to sarcoma biology and treatment
• Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams focused on cancer research including with scientists, clinicians, and industry partners
• Communicate scientific findings clearly in both written and oral formats
• Develop skills for independent careers in sarcoma-focused or broader cancer research which includes grant writing, manuscripts, and presentations

Eligibility Requirements

• A PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in cancer biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, computational biology, or a related field
• A strong interest in sarcoma research and quantitative, technology-driven science
• Experience with single-cell or spatial omics, imaging-based methods, or epigenomics is desirable but not required

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 offers 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 and therefore may require routine reviews and screening
• The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment
• It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law