Postdoc Fellow - Ting's Lab (Epigenetics and Molecular Carcinogenesis)

We are recruiting motivated and talented individuals with expertise in transcription regulation, RNA biology, genome architecture, biochemistry, and/or genomics to work in the laboratory of Dr. Angela Ting. The Ting Lab focuses on epigenetic regulation in both healthy and disease contexts. We have pioneered next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based DNA methylome assay and analytical methods, and we have successfully applied these tools to studying genome-wide changes in DNA methylation patterns in human diseases.LEARNING OBJECTIVESConduct research on cancer epigenetics.Plan, organize, perform, and monitor daily project protocols.Collect, prepare, and maintain required research documentation.Prepare and present research progress and results.ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSRecent Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.POSITION INFORMATIONMD Anderson follows the NIH stipend levels as outlined by the Kirchstein - NRSA. This full-time trainee position will provide a salary between $56,484 to $68,604, dependent upon the years of postgraduate experience.MD Anderson offers compensated trainees:Paid medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for trainees who work 30 or more hours per weekGroup Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coveragePaid Education Vacation and Sick LeavePaid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programsTeachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plansEmployer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay programHealth Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accountsFertility benefitsState of Texas longevity payExtensive wellness, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

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