Instructor - Experimental Radiation Oncology

SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Instructor, RFA position is to apply technical expertise and experience to plan, coordinate, design, supervise and carry out currently funded research projects; develop new lines of research to support pursuit of additional funding options; and maintain a consistent record of publications and grant applications. Requires scientific and technical background, independent decision making, judgment and organizational skills and innovative participation. Conducts research, utilizes institution library, archives, collections, and other sources of information to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate facts.  Discusses findings with mentors, collaborators, and staff to evaluate validity of findings. Prepares reports of completed projects for publication in technical journals, for presentation to funding agency, or for use in further applied or theoretical research activities. Must be able to assure compliance with safety standards employed by the Department, Division, and Institution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS/COMPENTENCIES

Research – 90%

• Performs basic science and translational research projects related to esophageal squamous cell cancer (ESCC) and gastric cancer.
• Establishes preclinical model systems mirroring esophageal and gastric cancer.
• Develops new strategies and tools to define the roles and mechanisms of cell plasticity in tumorigenesis.
• Develops and maintain research projects, comprehend relevance of results and integrate research data, identify and solve problems relating to job responsibilities utilizing knowledge and experience.
• Ensures that safety standards are maintained in the laboratory, collaborate with other investigators at MDACC and outside this institution 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 seminars to be well informed on latest scientific developments in field of interest.

Education – 10%

• Provide mentorship to graduate students and junior scientists by providing them with key resources, daily supervision, and valuable guidance. 

EDUCATION

Required: Ph.D. in a natural science or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

Required: Two years of postdoctoral experience with biomedical focus.

Preferred: Three years of post-doctoral experience in a basic science laboratory.

Work Location: Onsite

This position has a target base salary of $ 65,000 to $ 80,000 and is eligible for incentive compensation, comprehensive health, wellness, time off, savings, and retirement benefits, as well as relocation support, as applicable.