Join our dynamic team of researchers focused on the progression from lung precancer to invasive malignancies. We collaborate with multidisciplinary investigators to develop innovative early detection and treatment strategies. As a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow, you'll contribute to cutting-edge research under the mentorship of Dr. Jianjun Zhang, M.D., Ph.D., a tenured Professor with a proven track record of funding success. You'll have the opportunity to: • Publish high-impact papers in top-tier journals. • Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge techniques. • Contribute to groundbreaking discoveries that advance lung cancer research. **LEARNING OBJECTIVES** • Develop expertise in advanced experimental techniques, including genomic, transcriptomic, and methylation analyses, as well as immunology assays. • Contribute to developing innovative approaches for lung cancer treatment, such as targeted therapies and immunotherapies. • Collaborate with a team of scientists and clinicians to advance our understanding of lung cancer biology and develop novel therapeutic strategies. • Gain experience in bioinformatics and computational biology to analyze large-scale datasets and identify novel biomarkers. • Present research findings at scientific conferences and publish in high-impact journals. **ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS** • Ph.D. or M.D. in molecular biology, genetics, immunology, or a related field. • Expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, or model system research. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Passion for research and a commitment to advancing the field of lung cancer research. Preferred Qualifications: • Extensive wet lab experience with a focus on lung cancer research. • Experience with cancer mouse models and associated techniques. • Familiarity with analyzing genomic, transcriptomic, or methylation sequencing data. • Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. **ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION** Learn more about Dr. Zhang's recent publications: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/term=jianjun+zhang+md+anderson&filter=datesearch.y\_5&sort=date **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 recognition09/30/2025 **FACULTY MENTOR** Jianjun Zhang, MD