Postdoctoral Fellow - Surgical Oncology (Tran Cao Lab)
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Houston, Texas
- Full Time
The Postdoctoral Fellowship Program is a one to five-year research fellowship dedicated to the advanced training of fellows focusing on research related to surgical oncology diseases. The goal of the fellowship is to train, and education select fellows in advanced research of multidisciplinary treatment and surgery for challenging disorders and malignancies.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Develop broad knowledge of Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB).
Understand the current knowledge gaps and challenges in the field.
Hone research skills and gain independence in research design and execution, including designing sound research protocols, safely perform techniques necessary to conduct and analyze the data, and to communicate their research.
Develop leadership and project management skills
Learn to navigate the grant application and scientific publishing processes
Further hone communication skills including writing, speaking, and listening to enable effective communication with colleagues, collaborators, students, the lay public, and media
Develop leadership and mentorship skills
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The candidate should have a Ph.D. and/or M.D./Ph.D. degree in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, and/or Genetics. Excellent written and verbal communication, effective judgment and problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a solid foundation in genetically engineered animal models, microscopy, and biochemistry. Expertise in Excel and other bioinformatics analysis software, strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, and a willingness to learn new technologies.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000 . depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. 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 Apply
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Develop broad knowledge of Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB).
Understand the current knowledge gaps and challenges in the field.
Hone research skills and gain independence in research design and execution, including designing sound research protocols, safely perform techniques necessary to conduct and analyze the data, and to communicate their research.
Develop leadership and project management skills
Learn to navigate the grant application and scientific publishing processes
Further hone communication skills including writing, speaking, and listening to enable effective communication with colleagues, collaborators, students, the lay public, and media
Develop leadership and mentorship skills
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The candidate should have a Ph.D. and/or M.D./Ph.D. degree in Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, and/or Genetics. Excellent written and verbal communication, effective judgment and problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a solid foundation in genetically engineered animal models, microscopy, and biochemistry. Expertise in Excel and other bioinformatics analysis software, strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, and a willingness to learn new technologies.
POSITION INFORMATION
MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000 . depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. 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 Apply
Job ID: 487607752
Originally Posted on: 8/1/2025
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