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Postdoctoral Position in Ovarian Cancer Metastasis and Tumor Microenvironment

University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026
University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center – Albuquerque, NM, USA

Join a leading NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and conduct groundbreaking research in regulation of ovarian cancer metastasis by productive reciprocal interactions with the microenvironment. We are seeking an ambitious Postdoctoral Scholar to investigate the crosstalk between metastasizing ovarian cancer cells and the metastatic microenvironment and how that leads to altered gene regulation through activation of specific transcription factors, altered chromatin accessibility and epigenetic changes to drive metastatic colonization.

Research Highlights and Responsibilities Employ single cell multiomics, spatial transcriptomics to identify metastasis initiating cells and their interactions with the tumor microenvironment (TME). Conduct functional studies using 3D culture models and organoids. Identify the underlying mechanisms using cell biology and molecular biology techniques. Test in preclinical animal models, including PDX using humanized mice, syngeneic mouse models and xenografts. Work with PI to develop hypothesis and design experiments to test the hypothesis. Conduct experiments, analyze data, report findings, manuscript preparation, and present at conferences.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Health Sciences or related fields.
  • Strong background in cancer, cell, and molecular biology.
  • Experience in tumor microenvironment, transcriptional regulation or epigenetics is desirable.
  • Collaborative, good communication skills, and ability to works in a team.
  • Highly motivated individual with strong intellectual curiosity.

Why UNM Cancer Center? Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment Access to state-of-the-art core facilities Opportunities for high-impact publications and career development Live in Albuquerque, NM—a vibrant city with rich culture and affordable living Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with research experience and based on the NIH guidelines for Postdoctoral Trainees and Fellows, https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-25-105.html

Application To express your interest, email your updated CV, your cover letter outlining your research interests, and contact information of at least (3) references to Dr. Anirban Mitra at AMitra@salud.unm.edu. Use “Postdoctoral Application” as your subject line.

For More About Our Research

https://hsc.unm.edu/directory/mitra-anirban.html

https://anirban-mitra-lab.mystrikingly.com/

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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