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Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment, CNS Radiation Oncology

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, TXFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Houston, TX
Role Type
Research
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Doctorate, required

Job overview

The Instructor, Research Faculty Appointment, conducts basic and translational research related to radiotherapy, immunotherapy, drug discovery, and cancer biology. The role develops strategies and tools to investigate radiotherapy mechanisms, performs cancer assays and database analyses, and collaborates on research projects. Candidates need a doctorate-level degree and at least two years of postdoctoral experience or equivalent time as a basic scientist; three years of postdoctoral experience and mouse-model experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Research, nice to haveTranslational Research, nice to haveRadiotherapy, nice to haveImmunotherapy, nice to haveDrug Discovery, nice to haveCancer Biology, nice to haveIn Vitro Assays, nice to haveIn Vivo Assays, nice to haveDatabase Analysis, nice to haveMouse Models, nice to have

Qualifications

Doctorate-Level Degree, required2+ Years Postdoctoral Experience or Equivalent, required3 Years Postdoctoral Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Research

  • Previously participated in an appropriate academic, industrial or governmental research program.

  • Has evidence of ability to carry out individual collaborative research and support, or to play role in departmental or institutional research initiatives.

  • Perform basic and translational research in areas related to radiotherapy, immunotherapy, drug discovery, and cancer biology.

  • Develop new strategies and tools to define the roles and cellular/molecular mechanisms of radiotherapy in treating cancers.

  • Perform in vitro and in vivo assays to study cancer initiation, development and therapeutic resistance.

  • Perform data analyses of publicly accessible databases to support research projects in the laboratory.

  • Ensure safety standards are maintained in the laboratory. Collaborate with other investigators at MDACC and outside institutions on research projects.

  • Must be present physically to work a minimum of 40 hours per week in the institution.

  • Must read and comprehend research literature and attend ongoing seminars to be well informed on the latest scientific developments in the field of interest.

Education:

  • Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and/or department mission.

Experience:

Required

  • At least 2 years as postdoctoral experience required or equivalent time as a basic scientist

Preferred

  • Three years of postdoctoral experience in cancer biology, radiation biology or related fields. Strong experience using mouse models in biomedical research.

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.

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.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

  • Requisition ID: 183908

  • Employee Status: Regular

  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0

  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0

  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 0

  • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

  • Work Location: Onsite

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