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The Luna lab is jointly affiliated with the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The dual ambitions of the lab are to make biomedical data and information accessible, as well as, to advance cancer research that helps people live longer, healthier lives. We seek outstanding, highly motivated, and skilled candidates to join our team with the goal of advancing novel cancer therapeutic strategies.
About the position
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute collaboratively to cutting-edge research in the field of cancer therapeutics and precision medicine that spans both basic and translational science objectives. The successful candidates will develop novel bioinformatic machine learning methodologies to:
- Explore cancer-specific genomic, epigenetic, and metabolic alterations, molecular systems pharmacology, and network biology. and
- Understand molecular mechanisms of drug response and drug resistance to achieve precision medicine.
These strategies will aim to understand the fundamental rules for how cells respond to external perturbation. In addition, selected applicants will have the opportunity to contribute to the translational clinical program of the NCI, aiming to support clinical decision-making by exploring cancer heterogeneity using both pre-clinical models (e.g., cell lines, patient-derived xenografts, organoids) and patient datasets, as well as, identifying biomarkers and molecular determinants of response to cancer therapy.
We are offering full-time postdoctoral fellow positions, available immediately and renewable on a yearly basis. Initial appointments will be for 1 year, with possible extensions up to 5 years. The NIH offers a competitive stipend, a stipend supplement for comprehensive health insurance, and is dedicated to the continued education and career development of all its research staff. These positions are subject to background checks.
Related Articles
- Causal Interactions: Molecular Data Meets Pathways
- Understanding Drug Resistance through Network Data
- CellMiner Cross-Database for Pharmacogenomics
- scPerturb: Harmonized Single-Cell Perturbation Data
Additional Links
Augustin Luna - CCR staff profile , NLM profile , Google Scholar
Summary of NIH as a Training Environment (Salary, Reputation, Cost of Living, Social Climate)
About the NLM
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) pioneers new ways to make biomedical data and information more accessible; and builds tools for better data management and personal health. NLM’s cutting-edge research and training programs (with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, computational biology, and biomedical informatics and health data standards) help catalyze basic biomedical science, data-driven discovery, and health care delivery.
About the NCI/CCR/DTB
The National Cancer Institute Center for Cancer Research (NCI-CCR) is the largest division of the NCI; it encompasses various branches such as the NCI Developmental Therapeutics Branch. The NCI CCR has a mandate to confront the special challenges presented by rare cancers as well as cancers that may be predominant in medically underserved populations. One way in which the NCI CCR addresses this mandate is by conducting clinical trials that recruit patients with rare cancers thereby generating unique data to advance research in these cancers. While rare cancers affect low numbers of patients, as a group, they account for about a quarter of all cancers, as well as a quarter of all cancer deaths each year .
What you'll need to apply
To , please send the following:
- Cover letter (1 page max) describing your: 1) research experiences, 2) training goals, and 3) preferred starting date. Mention projects or articles of the Luna group of interest and explain your potential role.
- Updated CV including bibliography
- It is suggested that links to a code repository URL(s) be included in your application with code attributable to the applicant
- Contact information (name, institute, email, phone) for 3 references to Augustin Luna, Ph.D., via email. Write "Postdoctoral Application" in the subject heading.
If we are interested, you will be contacted by Dr. Luna.
Contact name
Augustin Luna
Contact email
augustin@nih.gov
Qualifications
Essential qualifications
- PhD in a field relevant to biomedicine, including: Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Physics, or Computer Science, or a degree related to Biology with substantial experience in computational and statistical work. Individuals in the final stages of PhD submission will be considered as well as PhD graduates within 5 years of graduation
- Prior and demonstrated experience in cancer research
- Strong knowledge and experience in coding (R/Python or similar languages)
- Prior and demonstrated experience analyzing -omics data (e.g., RNAseq, copy number, mutation, methylation, proteomics)
- Technical expertise in machine learning and/or mathematical modeling
- An interest in applying computational methods to biological problems
- A demonstrated ability to generate and pursue independent research ideas
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal as evidenced by publications, preprints, and/or conference presentations
- Dedication to reproducible research and open science
Desirable qualifications
- Foundational knowledge in Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, and/or similar fields
- Foundational knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics, and/or Data Science
- Familiarity with software development practices
- Experience with machine learning frameworks (Pytorch or similar)
- Experience with using network-based analyses (graph theory) and software/resources (graph and/or pathway databases) is desirable
- Experience with single-cell data analysis is desirable
- Experience working in collaborative interdisciplinary environments
The Luna lab is jointly affiliated with the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The dual ambitions of the lab are to make biomedical data and information accessible, as well as, to advance cancer research that helps people live longer, healthier lives. We seek outstanding, highly motivated, and skilled candidates to join our team with the goal of advancing novel cancer therapeutic strategies.
About the position
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute collaboratively to cutting-edge research in the field of cancer therapeutics and precision medicine that spans both basic and translational science objectives. The successful candidates will develop novel bioinformatic machine learning methodologies to:
- Explore cancer-specific genomic, epigenetic, and metabolic alterations, molecular systems pharmacology, and network biology. and
- Understand molecular mechanisms of drug response and drug resistance to achieve precision medicine.
These strategies will aim to understand the fundamental rules for how cells respond to external perturbation. In addition, selected applicants will have the opportunity to contribute to the translational clinical program of the NCI, aiming to support clinical decision-making by exploring cancer heterogeneity using both pre-clinical models (e.g., cell lines, patient-derived xenografts, organoids) and patient datasets, as well as, identifying biomarkers and molecular determinants of response to cancer therapy.
We are offering full-time postdoctoral fellow positions, available immediately and renewable on a yearly basis. Initial appointments will be for 1 year, with possible extensions up to 5 years. The NIH offers a competitive stipend, a stipend supplement for comprehensive health insurance, and is dedicated to the continued education and career development of all its research staff. These positions are subject to background checks.
Related Articles
- Causal Interactions: Molecular Data Meets Pathways
- Understanding Drug Resistance through Network Data
- CellMiner Cross-Database for Pharmacogenomics
- scPerturb: Harmonized Single-Cell Perturbation Data
Additional Links
Augustin Luna - CCR staff profile , NLM profile , Google Scholar
Summary of NIH as a Training Environment (Salary, Reputation, Cost of Living, Social Climate)
About the NLM
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) pioneers new ways to make biomedical data and information more accessible; and builds tools for better data management and personal health. NLM’s cutting-edge research and training programs (with a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, computational biology, and biomedical informatics and health data standards) help catalyze basic biomedical science, data-driven discovery, and health care delivery.
About the NCI/CCR/DTB
The National Cancer Institute Center for Cancer Research (NCI-CCR) is the largest division of the NCI; it encompasses various branches such as the NCI Developmental Therapeutics Branch. The NCI CCR has a mandate to confront the special challenges presented by rare cancers as well as cancers that may be predominant in medically underserved populations. One way in which the NCI CCR addresses this mandate is by conducting clinical trials that recruit patients with rare cancers thereby generating unique data to advance research in these cancers. While rare cancers affect low numbers of patients, as a group, they account for about a quarter of all cancers, as well as a quarter of all cancer deaths each year .
What you'll need to apply
To , please send the following:
- Cover letter (1 page max) describing your: 1) research experiences, 2) training goals, and 3) preferred starting date. Mention projects or articles of the Luna group of interest and explain your potential role.
- Updated CV including bibliography
- It is suggested that links to a code repository URL(s) be included in your application with code attributable to the applicant
- Contact information (name, institute, email, phone) for 3 references to Augustin Luna, Ph.D., via email. Write "Postdoctoral Application" in the subject heading.
If we are interested, you will be contacted by Dr. Luna.
Contact name
Augustin Luna
Contact email
augustin@nih.gov
Qualifications
Essential qualifications
- PhD in a field relevant to biomedicine, including: Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Physics, or Computer Science, or a degree related to Biology with substantial experience in computational and statistical work. Individuals in the final stages of PhD submission will be considered as well as PhD graduates within 5 years of graduation
- Prior and demonstrated experience in cancer research
- Strong knowledge and experience in coding (R/Python or similar languages)
- Prior and demonstrated experience analyzing -omics data (e.g., RNAseq, copy number, mutation, methylation, proteomics)
- Technical expertise in machine learning and/or mathematical modeling
- An interest in applying computational methods to biological problems
- A demonstrated ability to generate and pursue independent research ideas
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal as evidenced by publications, preprints, and/or conference presentations
- Dedication to reproducible research and open science
Desirable qualifications
- Foundational knowledge in Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, and/or similar fields
- Foundational knowledge in Mathematics, Statistics, and/or Data Science
- Familiarity with software development practices
- Experience with machine learning frameworks (Pytorch or similar)
- Experience with using network-based analyses (graph theory) and software/resources (graph and/or pathway databases) is desirable
- Experience with single-cell data analysis is desirable
- Experience working in collaborative interdisciplinary environments
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- MD Anderson Cancer Center15
- City of Hope11
- UTHealth Houston9
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- Education18
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Science & Research4
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in postdoctoral research fellow jobs.
- PhD in a relevant scientific or technical field completed within the past five years
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publication in the area of specialization
- Proficiency with laboratory techniques or computational tools specific to the research program
- Experience designing and independently executing research projects from hypothesis to analysis
- Ability to write grant proposals, manuscripts, and progress reports with minimal supervision
- Strong oral communication skills for presenting findings at lab meetings and conferences
Tips for Your Postdoctoral Research Fellow Job Search
Tailor your CV to each PI
Principal investigators read dozens of postdoc CVs and notice generic ones immediately. Reorder your publications, methods, and research aims to mirror the language in each job posting and the PI's recent papers before you submit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists postdoctoral research fellow openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight first-author output specifically
Many postdoc candidates list publications without distinguishing authorship position. Move every first-author paper to its own clearly labeled section so hiring committees can gauge your independent contribution without parsing a full publication list.
Contact the PI before the deadline
Reaching out with a focused two-paragraph email about your research overlap signals genuine interest and gives you a name to reference in your cover letter. PIs frequently pre-select candidates this way before the formal review even begins.
Prepare a concise research presentation
Most postdoc interviews include a research talk. Practice compressing your dissertation or current project into a tight presentation that non-specialists in the lab can follow, then pivot cleanly into your proposed future directions within the host lab's resources.
Negotiate start date and lab resources early
Salary bands at most institutions are fixed, but start dates, equipment access, travel funds, and conference budgets are often negotiable. Raise these in the offer conversation, not after you sign, while the hiring committee still has flexibility.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most postdoctoral research fellows?
MD Anderson Cancer Center, City of Hope, and UTHealth Houston are hiring the most postdoctoral research fellows right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Massachusetts, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Research-intensive universities and federally funded laboratories account for the largest share of active postings.
How many postdoctoral research fellow jobs are remote?
About 24% of postdoctoral research fellow openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than most professional roles because bench and wet-lab work requires on-site access to equipment. Computational, bioinformatics, and data-science postdoc positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a postdoctoral research fellow?
You become a postdoctoral research fellow by completing a doctoral degree, identifying a lab whose research aligns with your expertise, and applying with a CV, cover letter, and research statement addressed to the principal investigator. Many positions are filled through direct outreach to PIs, professional society job boards, and institutional postdoc offices before they are broadly advertised.
Can you get a postdoctoral research fellow position with limited research experience?
Most postdoc roles require a completed PhD and at least some independent research output, but candidates with fewer publications can strengthen their applications by emphasizing technical skills, dissertation chapters under review, and strong faculty recommendations. Applying to labs at earlier stages of their funding cycle and to teaching-focused postdoc programs can also improve your odds when your publication list is still developing.
What does the postdoctoral research fellow interview process look like?
The postdoctoral research fellow interview typically begins with a video screening call with the principal investigator, followed by an in-person or virtual visit that includes a research seminar, one-on-one meetings with lab members and department faculty, and a conversation about your proposed research directions. The process usually concludes with a reference check before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs?
You can find and apply to postdoctoral research fellow jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions and research organizations across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your research area and apply directly to each one that fits your background and career goals.
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