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Source: MD Anderson Cancer Center careers · View original posting
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Multiple postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Eric Gardner, PharmD, PhD. The Gardner Lab is located within the Department of Thoracic Head/Neck Medical Oncology and the James P. Allison Institute, with a joint appointment in the Department of Genetics at UT MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Postdoctoral Fellows study mechanisms of cancer development and focus on four inter-related aspects of lung cancer tumorigenesis: 1) how do distinct types of airway damage influence lineage specific barriers to oncogenic transformation, 2) what are the secretory features of distinct cells of origin of cancer and how might they influence the immune microenvironment within a given niche, 3) how do certain arms of the innate immune system respond to early events following transformation, and 4) why are lung cancers usually observed in
older adults.
Using a combination of genetically engineered mouse models (GEMMs), organoid or organotypic cultures, high-resolution imaging and single cell approaches, we aim to better understand how cancer occurs, what the earliest stages of progression "look like," and how certain layers of the innate and adaptive immune system attempt to control cancer initiation, progression and recurrence. We emphasize mechanistic interrogation of complex cancer phenomena including lineage plasticity, therapeutic resistance and chromosomal instability.
Towards these ends, we collaborate broadly with many groups throughout the United States who each bring their specific skills and training histories to unite in common goals to understand, detect and treat cancer with curative intent.
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Ideal candidates have recently earned a PhD and/or MD with a focus on cancer biology, physiology, immunology, proteomics, quantitative biology and/or pharmacology with less than 2 years of post-doctoral experience at the time of application. Important points of emphasis are placed on evidence for a team mentality when engaging in collaborative efforts, a self-driven, independent thinker, and the desire to advance one's career in biomedical research by working on hard problems.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including a cover letter, CV or NIH Biosketch, and 3 letters of reference with contact information to EEGardner@mdanderson.org.
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.
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