Postdoctoral Fellow - Thoracic Head & Neck Medical Oncology
- Requisition #: 600657-202602111650
- Department: Thoracic H&N Med Onc - Rsch
- Location: Houston, TX
- Posted Date: 2/10/2026
A postdoctoral position is available to study novel therapeutic targets and molecular mechanisms associated with therapeutic resistance in small cell lung cancer (SCLC) working with Carl M. Gay, MD, PhD at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. Dr. Gay's research is largely interested in the discovery and validation of potential drug targets, biomarkers of therapeutic response, and mechanisms of resistance to therapy in SCLC and other high-grade neuroendocrine cancers.
Job Knowledge and Skills:
• Enthusiastic, highly self-motivated candidate, with the ability to function independently and as part of an interactive team
• A strong background in molecular biology, cellular therapy, and/or immunology/immunotherapy
• Experience in cellular therapies and/or antibody-drug-conjugates is preferred
• Experience in flow cytometry is preferred
• Dedication to basic research, a true "drive", is important
• Prior experience with studies involving mice is preferred
• Excellent command of written and spoken English language
• Prior publication record
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The trainee will learn how to design and execute quantitative research in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment, with the highest standard of ethical, responsible, and rigorous scientific research. The trainee will participate in professional development activities and in collaborative projects and present findings at a prestigious national/international conference, to prepare for the chosen career.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applications are invited from qualified individuals, interested in working in translational research, with a Ph.D. and/or M.D. Preferred candidate should have less than 2 years of prior postdoctoral experience with background in cancer biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or molecular biology and be highly motivated to pursue a career in laboratory based biomedical research.
Interested applicants should send their CV and a letter of recommendation to: Robert Cardnell, Ph.D., rcardnell@mdanderson.org.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and provide three professional references.
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
Job Knowledge and Skills:
• Enthusiastic, highly self-motivated candidate, with the ability to function independently and as part of an interactive team
• A strong background in molecular biology, cellular therapy, and/or immunology/immunotherapy
• Experience in cellular therapies and/or antibody-drug-conjugates is preferred
• Experience in flow cytometry is preferred
• Dedication to basic research, a true "drive", is important
• Prior experience with studies involving mice is preferred
• Excellent command of written and spoken English language
• Prior publication record
All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The trainee will learn how to design and execute quantitative research in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment, with the highest standard of ethical, responsible, and rigorous scientific research. The trainee will participate in professional development activities and in collaborative projects and present findings at a prestigious national/international conference, to prepare for the chosen career.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applications are invited from qualified individuals, interested in working in translational research, with a Ph.D. and/or M.D. Preferred candidate should have less than 2 years of prior postdoctoral experience with background in cancer biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or molecular biology and be highly motivated to pursue a career in laboratory based biomedical research.
Interested applicants should send their CV and a letter of recommendation to: Robert Cardnell, Ph.D., rcardnell@mdanderson.org.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and provide three professional references.
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
