Open Postdoctoral position, faculty mentor Electron Kebebew

Posted on Mon, 07/06/2026 - 07:45

Important Info

Faculty Sponsor First name: 
Electron
Faculty Sponsor Last Name: 
Kebebew
Stanford Departments and Centers: 
Surgery, General Surgery
Postdoc Appointment Term: 
Open ended
Appointment Start Date: 
As soon as possible
Group or Departmental Website: 
/stanford-departments-and-centers/surg-general-surgery
How to Submit Application Materials: 

Interested applicants should send their application materials by email to: Email: lisa.taylor@stanford.edu

Does this position pay above the required minimum?: 
Yes. The expected base pay range for this position is listed in Pay Range field. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the qualifications of the selected candidate, budget availability, and internal equity.
Pay Range: 
$79,056 - $80,212

The Endocrine Oncology Lab is seeking an ambitious and meticulous postdoctoral scholar who cares deeply about advancing translational science and working on collaborative projects that have the potential to impact patient care. We welcome candidates who are passionate, curious, self-motivated and directed, and who are excited to tackle difficult research questions with creativity, rigor, and persistence.

Our lab is focused on mechanistic and translational studies in endocrine cancers. The two main areas of investigation are: 1) the identification of molecular pathways that govern endocrine cancer initiation and progression and the characterization of the function of these altered genes/pathways using in vitro and in vivo models, and 2) the discovery of therapeutic targets and novel anticancer agents for endocrine cancers.

Required Qualifications: 

•    PhD in cancer biology, cell biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, or a closely related field.
•    Experience driving an independent research project toward publication.
•    Excellent experimental reasoning, good communication skills in English, and a collaborative working style.
•    Professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to mentor and support other lab members.

Required Application Materials: 

•    A cover letter including a summary of your previous research experience, the reason you are applying to our lab, and the reason why we should consider you for this position.
•    Your curriculum vitae
•    Contact information for 3 references.

 

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.