• Postdoctoral Fellow - Imaging Physics - Research

    MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX)


    A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Department of Imaging Physics under the mentorship of Dr. Jia Wu.

     

    The fellow will work on projects designated by the mentor and will be responsible for all aspects of the research process, including project conception, data collection, and analysis. Primary data collection may include, but is not limited to, chart reviews for genomic typing, treatment response, and survival outcomes of lung cancer patients treated with various therapies, as well as the integration of histology, radiomics, and genomics data. The fellow will analyze results using mathematical and statistical tools, compile findings, prepare reports, and submit these to the mentor.

     

    All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.

     

    *LEARNING OBJECTIVES*

     

    -Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team that brings together expertise in oncology, radiomics, and AI/machine learning.

     

    -Gain comprehensive knowledge across all three domains through hands-on research and mentorship.

     

    -Develop independent research interests with guidance and support from mentor, fostering professional growth and innovation.

     

    *ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS*

     

    An individual holding a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Sc.D., M.D., D.V.M.) in an appropriate field who is seeking a temporary appointment under the supervision of a faculty mentor, involving full-time laboratory-based research or scholarship in preparation for an academic or research career as an independent investigator. This appointment is not part of a clinical training program; individuals holding an M.D. degree or equivalent are not permitted to engage in patient care activity.

     

    *POSITION INFORMATION*

     

    MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a [salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000](https://trainees.mdanderson.org/apply/mdaPostdoctoralFellowStipendFY24.pdf). depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent [benefits](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), 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](http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html)