Description

Position Summary

The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking applicants at the Postdoctoral level.

Dr. Zhang's lab is focusing on identification of genetic and epigenetic alterations in human cancer cells and understanding how these alterations contribute to tumor development, therapeutic resistance, and tumor-immune interactions in solid cancers. Dr. Zhang's lab has identified some genes involving in the modulation of tumor microenvironment and tumor immune evasion, and developed novel therapeutic strategies in preclinical models (Fang Y, et al., JCI 2021, Zhou Z., et al., Nature BME 2021, Tao Y, et al., Adv Sci 2024). Dr. Zhang's lab has developed a number of technical platforms that facilitate the current research, including mouse tumor models, organoid models, and novel drug delivery systems.

" IUSM is committed to being an institution that reflects the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve and pursues the values of equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our learners, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana. "

Basic Qualifications

Interested candidate is expected to have recently obtained a PhD in Molecular Biology, genetics or similar discipline and be a first author on at least 1-2 publications. Previous experience in cancer biology, immunotherapy, and/or cancer metabolism is preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are required.

Department Contact for Questions

Applicants should submit a 1-2 page cover letter/research statement, a CV, and contact information for 3 references through the Indiana University academic careers portal via this link: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/28742 Questions related to this job posting can be directed to: Dr. Xinna Zhang: xz48@iu.edu