Postdoctoral Researcher - Pathology - Akbay Lab - Req Position

Position: POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Pathology - Akbay Lab - Req#: 943355, Position#: 131756
Cancer Immunology

A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Esra Akbay  in the Pathology department/center at UT Southwestern Medical Center to study development of models of lung cancer and mechanisms of cancer immune escape. Our laboratory  has several exciting NIH funded projects related to tumor immune escape, immune resistance, and DNA damage and immune responses.

Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. degree. Experience in in vivo cancer models, flow cytometry, western blots, genetic engineering, and cell biology techniques leading to first author publications in peer-reviewed journals is highly recommended.

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Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:

Esra Akbay, PhD

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Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Prior research experience with Cancer biology, mouse models, organoids, epigenetics, CRISPR screens, microscopy and bioinformatics will be highly regarded. A track record of productivity and publications in peer-reviewed journals is essential.

Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at http:///postdocs

Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:

Esra Akbay, PhD

Email:
Esra.akbay

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Interested individuals must upload a CV, cover letter, and a list of three references.

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Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

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Benefits

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

* PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage

* 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay

* Paid Time Off, available day one

* Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

* Paid Parental Leave Benefit

* Wellness programs

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

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