Postdoctoral studies in angiogenesis and cancer metabolism

Postdoctoral Studies In Angiogenesis And Cancer Metabolism

The research in Professor Yihai Cao’s lab is focused on angiogenesis, vascular biology, adipose metabolism, and their relations to tumor growth, metastasis, and cancer therapy. Over the years, we have developed unique technologies and platforms to investigate molecular mechanisms that underlie the onset, development, and progression of various cancers. Our goal is to define novel therapeutic targets, to provide mechanistic rationale, and to development new effective drugs for cancer therapy. In particular, we emphasize improvements of lifespan and quality-of-life as the ultimate goal of cancer therapy.

We are seeking a highly motivated, ambitious, hardworking, and dedicated young scientist to study the impact of tumor vasculatures and metabolism on tumor growth, metastasis, and anticancer drug responses. Our project is cross-disciplinary and requires broad expertise and technical skills, including newly developed omics and in vivo disease models. The candidate should work independently in collaboration with other experienced senior members in our laboratory.

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Here, we conduct innovative medical research and provide the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. At KI, you get to meet researchers working with a wide range of specialisms and methods, giving you ample opportunity to exchange knowledge and experience with the various scientific fields within medicine and health. It is the crossover collaborations, which have pushed KI to where it is today, at the forefront of global research. Several of the people you meet in healthcare are educated at KI. A close relationship with the health care providers is important for creating groundbreaking top quality education and research. Students and employees have free access to our modern gym facilities with trained staff on site.

Location: Solna