Post Doctoral Fellow - Radiation Oncology

University of Kansas Medical Center • Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

This role provides advanced research training to support development of an independent research career. The fellow conducts research under the guidance of a Principal Investigator (PI), engages in professional development activities, and contributes to independent and collaborative research, dissemination of findings, and laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Education: PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree.
• This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position.
• The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.
• Required Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter

Responsibilities

• Conduct research under PI mentorship.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments or studies.
• Collect, manage, and interpret datasets.
• Contribute to protocols, manuals, and regulatory documents.
• Collaborate with the PI, faculty, and research teams on project direction and results interpretation.
• Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and presentations for peer-reviewed journals and scientific meetings.
• Assist in preparing research proposals or other funding submissions.
• Participate in seminars, workshops, and professional development activities.
• Develop and follow an Individual Development Plan (IDP).
• Mentor graduate or undergraduate students, interns, or trainees.
• Present research findings at meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date research records.
• Adhere to IRB, IACUC, data security, and other compliance policies.
• Attend required departmental and University orientation and training sessions.

Benefits

• Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays.
• One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment.
• A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees