Tucson, AZ: Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cancer Prevention and Control (genetic and molecular epidemiology), Arizona Cancer Center

GENETIC AND MOLECULAR EPIDEMIOLOGY
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cancer Prevention and Control
Arizona Cancer Center, Tucson, AZ

The Cancer Prevention and Control Program at the Arizona Cancer Center is seeking applications for postdoctoral research training in the area of genetic and molecular epidemiology. The position is funded through the R25 Training Grant supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The goal of the R25 Training Grant is to train successful researchers in
the field of cancer prevention and control. Fellows with a broad range of research interests have been supported by this program.

Working closely with senior investigators, the fellow will participate in ongoing NIH/NCI funded projects to develop his/her own clinical/translational research. Current research interests of faculty involved in this program include genetic pathway analyses, gene-lifestyle factor interactions, and dietary intake related to the development of colorectal adenomas, the precursors to colorectal cancer. The successful candidate will be grounded in a multidisciplinary
approach to cancer prevention and control through formal coursework, seminar series, conferences, and interactions with scientific mentors. Among the attractions of this position are the potential to work with top level scientists in genetic/molecular epidemiology and to interact
with a wide array of scientists from various disciplines, including basic and population sciences from a number of departments and colleges in the University of Arizona. Candidates must be willing to work independently as well as in a team setting. The training program includes clear primary and secondary scientific and academic goals, constructive scientific criticism from top-level mentors, and support for presentation and publication of results. Experience in preparation of manuscripts and grants is desirable.

Eligible candidates are U.S. citizens/permanent residents who have completed doctoral-level training (e.g. PhD, PharmD, MD, DrPH or equivalent) by May 1, 2009. For more information, please contact Crystal Espinoza at CEspinoza@azcc.arizona.edu or (520) 626-7517. For
application and guidelines, see www.azcc.arizona.edu/R_M/fellowship/cpctg/application.htm.