Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Radiation Oncology

A postdoctoral research associate position is available in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Iowa. The successful candidate will participate in research projects focused on electromagnetic fields enhancing responses to radio-chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

The ideal candidate will have (or be soon completing) a doctoral degree in cancer biology and free radical and radiation biology, redox regulation of immunotherapy. The candidate must be highly motivated with evidence of productivity from peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations. Candidates skilled in redox biology assays, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence imaging, metabolomics, RNA sequencing, CRISPR techniques, in vivo studies, and particle drug delivery and are strongly encouraged to apply. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are desirable.

The successful candidate will join a team of cancer biologists, radiation biologists, and will contribute to the ongoing work in the treatment of lung cancer with electromagnetic fields. The candidate will have the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technologies in electromagnetic field delivery, Radiation and Free Radical Research Core (RFRRC).

The initial appointment for this position is for one year, with the potential for extension for a total appointment of up to 4 years based on interest and performance. This position is available beginning June 8th, 2026. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending their CV with cover letter stating their current and future research interests, previous research experience and expected availability date to Drs. Douglas Spitz and Val Sheffield (val-sheffield@uiowa.edu; douglas-spitz@uiowa.edu).

Salary is based on years of experience after obtaining the Ph.D. degree and is determined by the Graduate College (https://grad.uiowa.edu/postdoctoral-affairs/postdoctoral-employment-standards/wages (https://grad.uiowa.edu/postdoctoral-affairs/postdoctoral-employment-standards/wages)).

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

Education Requirements:

* Completion of Ph.D. in cancer biology, free radical and radiation biology, electromagnetic field biology, and immunology.

Required Qualifications:

* Evidence of productivity from peer-reviewed publications and scientific presentations.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications:

* Laboratory skills: cell culture, redox biology assays, CRISPR techniques, flow cytometry

* Experience with vivo models of electromagnetic field delivery.

* Competency in metabolomics and RNA seq analyses

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.