Tony Zhang has been Awarded an Early Stage K99 Award from the NCI/NIH – MVH Lab

Yichi (Tony) Zhang, a postdoctoral fellow in Matthew Vander Heiden’s lab at the Koch Institute in MIT, has been awarded an early stage K99 award from the NCI/NIH.

About the role

• Studying how whole-body metabolism drives cancer cachexia

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on metabolic pathways related to cancer cachexia
• Collaborate with other researchers and laboratory staff
• Present findings at scientific conferences and seminars

Requirements

• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field
• Experience in metabolic research
• Strong publication record

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Passion for cancer research

Skills

• Proficiency in biochemical assays and techniques
• Knowledge of metabolic modeling and analysis
• Experience with animal models of cancer

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Research opportunities at MIT
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities

Commencement

The award will commence upon successful completion of the mentored phase.

For more information, please contact Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation or Eric N. Olson.