Postdoctoral Fellow - Translational Molecular Pathology (Yao Lab)

A postdoctoral position is available in the department of Translational Molecular Pathology. This research program is focused on identifying context-specific druggable vulnerabilities required for oncogenic signaling and function, with a specific interest in surface proteins. We aim to gain deep molecular insights into the complicated array of oncogene-dependent and independent events driving tumor progression to discover novel therapeutic approaches that target mechanism essential for cancer cell survival.LEARNING OBJECTIVES1) Apply an in-house unbiased integrated target-discovery platform to identify novel therapeutic susceptibilities for pancreatic cancer and its environment2) Dissect the detailed molecular mechanisms by which the identified novel targets regulate cancer cells and immune cells3) Determine the cancer preventive impact of the genetic and pharmacological interruption of pro-cancerous events, Kras signaling and inflammation, on pancreatic cancer development and maintenanceELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSAn individual holding a recent (within three years) 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 INFORMATIONTranslational Molecular Pathology Department web site:https://www.mdanderson.org/research/departments-labs-institutes/departments-divisions/translational-molecular-pathology.htmlPOSITION INFORMATIONMD 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 recognition12/15/2024FACULTY MENTORWantong Yao, PhD