Job Abstract

The laboratory of Dr. Kim is seeking a postdoctoral fellow (must have Ph.D.) to join the research team. The laboratory is focused on epigenetic or post-translational modifiers that impact the tumor and immune metabolism to develop strategies to optimize the therapeutic efficacy of radiation therapy via enhancing direct cytotoxicity and promoting radiation immunogenicity. We are devoted to understanding how dysregulated methylation in tumor modulates radiosensitivity as well as the tumor-immune crosstalk. We are also studying how histone deacetylases, Sirt2 and HDAC6, modulate acetylome in tumor and the host immune system to overcome resistance to radiation therapy and cancer immunotherapy. Importantly, Mayo Clinic is bringing carbon ion radiotherapy to the US to overcome therapeutic challenges posed by radioresistant cancers.

A Research Fellow at Mayo Clinic is a temporary position intended to provide training and education in research. Individuals will train in the research program of a Mayo Clinic principal investigator. Qualified individuals will demonstrate the potential for research as evidenced by their training and peer-reviewed publications and should become competitive for national research grants. Proof of English proficiency is required for J-1 Short-Term Scholars, Research Scholars, Professors, Specialists, and Student Interns sponsored by Mayo Clinic.