A Postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Experimental Therapeutics, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, United States. This position reports to Dr. Zhen Fan, Professor of the Department of Experimental Therapeutics. We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to participate in a project on developing innovative strategies for targeted delivery of therapeutic mRNAs as a novel therapy for treating solid tumors, such as breast and colorectal cancer. The Postdoctoral Fellow will perform hands-on experiments, including designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts. LEARNING OBJECTIVES The Postdoctoral Fellow's primary research focus is to carry out preclinical studies using various mouse tumor and PDX tumor models to assess therapeutic responses to the treatments and to explore/demonstrate the underlying mechanism of actions. The fellow will be required to present data regularly at lab meetings and to attend journal clubs and research seminars. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Individuals with a PhD degree in pharmacology/therapeutics, immunology, cancer biology, molecular biology, or related fields with less than 2 years of postdoctoral experience. Experience with rodent studies is required for this role. Candidate should have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. A proven track record of publications and excellent written and oral communication skills are required. ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. 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. MD Anderson trainee compensation also includes: Paid medical benefits (zero premium) starting on the first day for trainees who work 30 or more hours per week Group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability coverage Paid education, vacation, and sick leave Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans Employer-paid life, AD&D, and an illness-related reduced salary pay program Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts Fertility benefits State of Texas longevity pay Extensive wellness, fitness, employee health programs, and employee resource groups FACULTY MENTOR Zhen Fan, MD