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MD Anderson Cancer Center Postdoctoral Fellow - Molecular & Cellular Oncology in MDA-On-Site, United States
Postdoctoral positions are immediately available. These positions offer an exceptional opportunity to study epigenetic regulation of cancer. The research in the laboratory focuses on understanding the roles of epigenetic modifiers in regulating cancer-epigenetic events. In particular, we seek to identify novel functions of epigenetic modifiers (with an emphasis of histone methylation modifiers) and their new partner proteins in tumor suppression, tumorigenesis and cellular differentiation. In fact, we have discovered new histone methylation modifiers, characterized histone methylation modifiers as a stemness or differentiation factor, and identified histone methylation modifiers/readers as oncogenic factors or tumor suppressors. Some of our selected publications include Nature Commun (2022), Cancer Cell (2020), Nature Commun (2019), Molecular Cell (2018), Molecular Cell (2016), J Clin Invest (2013), Genes & Dev (2012), Cell (2007), and Science (2007).
We closely collaborate with many outstanding groups in The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Harvard University, and other prestigious institutes in the US.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Study the epigenetic mechanism underlying tumorigenesis.
Focus on defining the roles of epigenetic modifiers (with an emphasis of histone methylation modifiers) in tumor suppression, tumorigenesis and cellular differentiation.
Lead to a better understanding of the epigenetic molecular basis underlying tumorigenesis and may provide cancer- therapeutic insights to target and treat cancer.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
A Ph.D. and publications in the field of cancer biology or molecular biology or epigenetics are required. A recent Ph.D. (no more than 2-3 years) is preferred.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
Please understand that applicants who are deemed suitable for these positions would be contacted for further information. Salary will be determined by the candidate's experience and qualifications according to the NIH and institutional guideline.
Please send CV and information for at least three references to:
Min Gyu Lee, PhD
Professor
Dept. of Molecular & Cellular Oncology
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, TX 77030
Email: mglee@mdanderson.org
http://faculty.mdanderson.org/Min_Gyu_Lee/Default.aspSNID=532038368
POSITION INFORMATION
Postdoc Fellow
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
Min Gyu Lee