Job Information
MD Anderson Cancer Center Postdoctoral Fellow - GI Med Oncology - Research in MDA-On-Site, United States
Postdoctoral Fellow will assist principal investigator with clinical, translational, and basic scientific aims of project 1 under SPORE grant in HCC, focusing on targeting PD1 pathway in HCC which includes clinical trials data and blood and tissues samples to be analyzed for protein and molecular profiling to assess predictors of outcome. Functions in a separate and independent manner in the design and initiation of research experiments. Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results. Determines specific goals or objectives to be obtained, evaluates research data, and develops and revises techniques or approaches to work problems. Interfaces with the electronic medical record, and databases of tissue samples blood cytokines and protein biomarkers analysis and tumor molecular data. Compiles, writes, and submits project results for publications. Writes grant applications independently and assists principal investigator with grant applications.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
-understanding of biology of hepatocellular carcinoma and microenvironment interactions and predictors of outcome
-ability to search and evaluate clinical and scientific literature
-ability to form and then defend hypotheses based on prior clinical or experimental data
-ability to effectively communicate findings in written and oral form
-ability to write persuasive grant applications
-ability to navigate scientific publication process
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Graduate degree in medicine, science, or chemistry fields.
Additionally, applicants should have experience in:
-Methods of sensitive detection of proteins and work on developing assays that can distinguish unphosphorylated proteins versus phospho-proteins in real time using live cells, microscopy, and different fluorescent "markers".
-Interpret, present and report research findings at internal meetings and potentially external scientific conferences.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson follows the NIH stipend levels as outlined by the Kirchstein - NRSA (https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-23-076.html) . This full-time trainee position will provide a salary between $56,484 to $68,604, dependent upon the years of postgraduate experience.
MD Anderson offers compensated trainees:
Paid medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for trainees who work 30 or more hours per week
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
Paid Education Vacation and Sick Leave
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
Fertility benefits
State of Texas longevity pay
Extensive wellness, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
FACULTY MENTOR
Ahmed Kaseb, MD