Postdoctoral Fellow - Cancer Prevention Training Program
- Requisition #: 600887-202606021221
- Department: Cancer Prev Training Program
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 5/26/2026
The NCI U54 research and training program of The MD Anderson Acres Homes Cancer Prevention Collaboration prepares predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees in 3-year appointments to become leaders addressing obesity-related cancers affecting underserved communities. With elements tailored to trainee interests and professional needs, our multidisciplinary curriculum prepares predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees in the principles and practice of research on the causes and interception of obesity-related cancers. Training includes mentored research with experts in cancer prevention and experiential learning opportunities in underserved communities with community partners. The fellowship emphasizes acquiring and applying knowledge of the drivers of persistent poverty and their impact on health, developing skills in research methods used in community settings to design and implement interventions against obesity-related cancers, and fostering professional skills of scientist-advocates for success.
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Trainees will learn the principles and practice of research on the causes and interception of obesity-related cancers and how to conduct research successfully in underserved communities with community partners. They will acquire and apply knowledge of the drivers of persistent poverty and their impact on health to solutions, develop skills in research methods used in community settings to design and implement effective interventions against obesity-related cancers, and foster key professional skills needed by scientist-advocates for success in the field. While all trainees will use data and opportunities available through Acres Home Cancer Prevention Collaboration to benefit from the multiple resources provided, predoctoral trainees will be expected to use these resources for their dissertation projects.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible predoctoral applicants must meet the following requirements:
•This fellowship is available regardless of the applicant's U.S. citizenship status. Applicants do not need a visa to apply; however, if awarded this fellowship award, foreign nationals must have an active and appropriate Visa for the duration of the fellowship.
•Must have a Ph.D. or other equivalent doctoral degree by the start of the fellowship. Graduating doctoral students must provide a letter stating the date of conferral and upload a copy of the letter with the application. The conferral date must be before the start of the postdoctoral fellowship.
•Must have a doctoral degree in public and population sciences, including health promotion/health education, behavioral or social science, epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, health services research/health policy, communication, or other related areas of study.
•Must express a commitment to a career as a cancer and obesity researcher in their personal statement and throughout the application.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
Program Dates: February 1, 2027 - February 1, 2030
The length of fellowship appointments are up to 3 years, renewed annually pending successful progress towards research and training goals.
2. Mentor Matching Process
Applicants can identify potential mentors using the links and instructions provided on the program web page. Selected finalists will be invited to interview prospective mentors for fellowship appointments.
3. Additional Application Information
See the full "Instructions for Applicants" pdf document at https://www.mdanderson.org/education-training/research-training/postdoctoral-training/postdoctoral-fellowships/janice-davis-gordon-memorial.html
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
Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.
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
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Trainees will learn the principles and practice of research on the causes and interception of obesity-related cancers and how to conduct research successfully in underserved communities with community partners. They will acquire and apply knowledge of the drivers of persistent poverty and their impact on health to solutions, develop skills in research methods used in community settings to design and implement effective interventions against obesity-related cancers, and foster key professional skills needed by scientist-advocates for success in the field. While all trainees will use data and opportunities available through Acres Home Cancer Prevention Collaboration to benefit from the multiple resources provided, predoctoral trainees will be expected to use these resources for their dissertation projects.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Eligible predoctoral applicants must meet the following requirements:
•This fellowship is available regardless of the applicant's U.S. citizenship status. Applicants do not need a visa to apply; however, if awarded this fellowship award, foreign nationals must have an active and appropriate Visa for the duration of the fellowship.
•Must have a Ph.D. or other equivalent doctoral degree by the start of the fellowship. Graduating doctoral students must provide a letter stating the date of conferral and upload a copy of the letter with the application. The conferral date must be before the start of the postdoctoral fellowship.
•Must have a doctoral degree in public and population sciences, including health promotion/health education, behavioral or social science, epidemiology, biostatistics, economics, health services research/health policy, communication, or other related areas of study.
•Must express a commitment to a career as a cancer and obesity researcher in their personal statement and throughout the application.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
Program Dates: February 1, 2027 - February 1, 2030
The length of fellowship appointments are up to 3 years, renewed annually pending successful progress towards research and training goals.
2. Mentor Matching Process
Applicants can identify potential mentors using the links and instructions provided on the program web page. Selected finalists will be invited to interview prospective mentors for fellowship appointments.
3. Additional Application Information
See the full "Instructions for Applicants" pdf document at https://www.mdanderson.org/education-training/research-training/postdoctoral-training/postdoctoral-fellowships/janice-davis-gordon-memorial.html
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
Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.
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
