Postdoctoral Fellow - Radiation Oncology

Overview

Postdoctoral Fellow - Radiation Oncology - Grosshans Lab. The post-doctoral research fellow will execute research projects under the supervision of a principal investigator, with a focus on developing skills to transition the trainee from mentored research to independent research. This position will support research projects in varied areas of biology and biomedical or related scientific fields.

• Assist in putting together research protocols and conduct laboratory-based studies.
• Construct, assemble and operate equipment as requested.
• Record and evaluate data in accordance with the methods requested.
• Perform experiments in support of laboratory research projects including assessing the impact of radiation on neurons and neuronal membranes, writing protocols, and contributing to portions of manuscripts.
• Order centralized supplies, monitor expenses, and communicate cost-effective alternatives.
• Organize and develop training to ensure that research group members have current knowledge of specialized procedures.
• Perform maintenance such as maintaining/cleaning equipment, organizing repair procedures, maintaining stocks, and providing general research group support as needed.
• Help orient and train new staff or students.
• Other duties may also be assigned.

Education

Required:

MD, PhD or equivalent doctorate

Experience

Required:

Experience in scientific or experimental research work (doctoral degree)

Preferred
With preferred degree, two or more years of required experience

MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000 per year, 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, and 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.

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