Postdoctoral position in Cancer Immunology at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

A Postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine to investigate the functional mechanisms of immune suppression and immunosurveillance against gastrointestinal cancers and ovarian cancer. Current projects in the laboratory involve evaluating the function of costimulatory molecules in transplanted and spontaneous cancer model mice, and regulatory functions of immune suppressor cells such as regulatory T cells and myeloid-derived suppressor cells to search immediate potentials for clinical trial. The successful candidate should have a PhD (or equivalent) degree in immunology or a related field. Candidates with expertise skills in small animal handling and surgery, flow cytometry, cell culture, and basic molecular biological and biochemistrical knowledge and techniques will be preferred.

Applicants should submit CV, representative publications in PDF format, and a list of at least two potential recommendations with contact information to: Dr. Tahiro Shin by email to shint@uthscsa.edu or send hard copies to UTHSCSA and CTRC, 2040 Babcock Rd, Suite 201, San Antonio, TX 78229.