POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Surgery (Biology of Human Tumors) - Ligorio Lab

Biology of Human Tumors

A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Matteo Ligorio, MD, PhD, in the Department of Surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center to answer the most fundamental questions in the biology of human tumors. Our laboratory has several exciting projects related to pancreatic cancer to advance our understanding in the molecular mechanisms that make this cancer type the most lethal tumor of the adult age.

Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree in important aspects of cancer biology. Experience with cutting-edge single cell technologies, such as single-cell RNA-Sequencing (i.e., library preparation) or single cell spatial analysis, as well as tissue staining (e.g., RNA-ISH staining) and microscopy/imaging techniques to apply to in vitro and in vivo analysis (e.g., intravital imaging with two-photon microscopy).

Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at: http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/postdocs.

Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:

Matteo Ligorio, MD, PhD

Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery

UT Southwestern Medical Center

5323 Harry Hines Blvd. Dallas, TX 75390-9160

Matteo.Ligorio@UTSouthwestern.edu

https://utsouthwestern.edu/labs/ligorio/

https://profiles.utsouthwestern.edu/profile/196016/matteo-ligorio.html

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Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

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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
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