POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER – Children's Research Institute – Zhu Lab –
Location: Dallas, TX
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Job Number: 983853
Category: PostDoc
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Responsibilities
The Children’s Research Institute (CRI) has an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow, with a PhD or MD/PhD, to join the research team of Dr. Hao Zhu, Investigator. Translational research in liver cancer and regeneration
Major projects involve metabolomic and metabolic flux profiling, cell surface proteomics, antibody-based therapeutic development, and translational applications in liver cancers.
Prior experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, and protein characterization techniques is preferred. Experience in metabolomics, mass spectrometry, stable isotope tracing, proteomics, or cancer biology is highly desirable. A strong first author publication record in peer-reviewed journals is also necessary.
The CRI is an innovative collaboration between Children’s Medical Center and UTSW Medical Center that joins the leading clinical resources of Children’s with the outstanding research resources of UTSW. In the context of this excellent scientific environment, the mission of the Zhu lab is to understand the genetic events that contribute to cancer and organ regeneration. We will aim to inhibit cancer and improve mammalian regenerative capacity by modulating pathways that shift the balance of regenerative and tumorigenic potential. For more background on Dr. Zhu’s research, visit the web page: http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/labs/zhu/.
A PhD or MD/PhD is required.
Prior experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, and protein characterization techniques is preferred.
Experience in metabolomics, mass spectrometry, stable isotope tracing, proteomics, or cancer biology is highly desirable.
A strong first author publication record in peer-reviewed journals is also necessary.
Apply through this job opening by uploading a cover letter describing your present and future research interests, your CV, and names of three references
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Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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