Office of Postdoctoral Affairs

Postdoctoral Position in Liver Cancer Research

Posted Date:

Position Description

A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. LuZhe Sun, Dielmann Chair in Oncology and Professor in the Department of Cell Systems & Anatomy, Long School of Medicine, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Applicants with experience in bioinformatics and cancer research and seeking to apply cross-disciplinary research approaches and work with an experienced mentor are encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will investigate the molecular mechanisms driving liver carcinogenesis employing bioinformatics approaches for analyzing various omics data generated from human and mouse samples in the lab, molecular and cell biology techniques and animal models for mechanistic investigation, and drug discovery tests. The position is funded by grants from NIH and Clayton Foundation for Research. Attractive stipend and fringe benefits will be offered. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is a Tier One research institution, and the department enjoys a dynamic research program that offers opportunities for multidisciplinary collaborative investigation. San Antonio is a dynamic and multicultural city with a relatively low cost-of-living and an outstanding cultural and educational environment. All postdoctoral appointments are designated as security sensitive positions. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with distabilities.

Position Requirements

New graduates with a doctoral degree are particularly welcome to apply.

How to Apply

Please email your CV to SUNL@UTHSCSA.EDU.


All postdoctoral appointments are designated as security sensitive positions. UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.