Postdoctoral Fellow - Translational Molecular Pathology

The current program aims to recruit and train a postdoctoral fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Yang Chen at the Department of Translational Molecular Pathology, MD Anderson Cancer Center. This program focuses on investigating the tumor microenvironment of pancreatic cancer by integrating computational biology (utilizing single-cell genomics) and experimental biology (using novel transgenic mouse models). The recruited postdoctoral fellow of this program will learn the techniques of both computational biology (utilizing single-cell genomics) and experimental biology (using novel transgenic mouse models) under the supervision of Dr. Yang Chen. The recruited postdoctoral fellow will also learn other common techniques of cell biology, molecular biology, pathology, and immunology, to complete a variety of research projects and publications. All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations. •

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• By combining both functional and computational studies, this program aims to train the recruited postdoctoral fellow to systemically conduct multiple research projects, which may identify novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets at the interface of single-cell genomics, tumor microenvironment, and tumor immunology to translate our discoveries into early diagnosis and therapeutic options for pancreatic cancer patients. The goal of this training and learning program is to establish the experimental skills and other research related skills of the trainee. After the learning and training program, the trainee is expected to be ready for conducting independent research projects. •

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• An individual holding a recent Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.

D., M.D., D.V.M.

) in an appropriate field who is seeking a temporary appointment, under the supervision of a faculty mentor, involving full-time laboratory-based research or scholarship in preparation for an academic or research career as an independent investigator. This appointment is not part of a clinical training program; individuals holding an M.D. degree or equivalent are not permitted to engage in patient care activity •

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION

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Yang Chen Lab Website:

https://www.mdanderson.org/research/departments-labs-institutes/labs/yang-chen-laboratory.html •

POSITION INFORMATION

• MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a [salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000](https://trainees.mdanderson.org/apply/mdaPostdoctoralFellowStipendFY24.pdf). depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent [benefits](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), 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.

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