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Wakayama Medical University

Postdoctoral Position in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology and Translational Cancer Drug Research Wakayama Medical University in Japan

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Postdoc

Field of study

Molecular Biology

Funding

Fixed-term full-time associate employment with an annual income of approximately 3 million to 5 million yen. Salary is determined under Wakayama Medical University regulations based on achievements and experience. Health, pension, workers' compensation, and employment insurance are provided, along with commuting allowance and paid leave. The appointment is renewable annually, subject to performance.

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Dec 31, 2026

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Wakayama Medical University

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Keywords

Molecular Biology
Cancer Biology
Biology
Medical Science
Next-generation Sequencing
Cancer Therapy
Genomic
Circulating Tumor Cell

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About this position

Wakayama Medical University is recruiting one fixed-term postdoctoral researcher for the Third Department of Internal Medicine in Wakayama, Japan. The department conducts translational cancer research linking basic science with clinical studies to improve cancer treatment.

Research opportunities include cancer drug therapy, circulating tumor cells and plasma DNA, biomarkers for immune checkpoint inhibitors, academic drug discovery, clinical research using patient samples, next-generation sequencing, and cancer biology focused on signaling pathways such as EGFR, KRAS, and TGF-beta. The environment supports clinical trials, international conference presentations, and potential future study-abroad opportunities.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree by the time of appointment. Molecular biology knowledge and research experience are preferred, while experience with next-generation sequencers or experimental animals is advantageous. English presentation ability is desirable. The position is full-time and fixed-term, with annual renewal possible depending on performance.

The annual income is approximately 3–5 million yen, with social insurance, commuting allowance, paid leave, and statutory holidays. The application deadline is December 31, 2026, although recruitment may close earlier once a suitable candidate is found. The expected appointment date is January 1, 2027, and the start date is negotiable.

Funding details

Fixed-term full-time associate employment with an annual income of approximately 3 million to 5 million yen. Salary is determined under Wakayama Medical University regulations based on achievements and experience. Health, pension, workers' compensation, and employment insurance are provided, along with commuting allowance and paid leave. The appointment is renewable annually, subject to performance.

What's required

Applicants must possess a doctoral degree at the time of hiring or commencement of employment. Knowledge and research experience in molecular biology are preferred; experience with next-generation sequencers and experimental animals is advantageous. Candidates should be highly motivated toward academic research, cancer treatment research, and collaboration with physicians using clinical samples. English presentation skills are desirable, with guidance available for applicants who are less confident.

How to apply

Prepare a CV with photograph, publication and achievement list, English-language papers or presentation records, a summary of past research and expertise, a self-introduction, one recommendation letter, and contact details for two referees. Apply by email to [email protected] or submit the required documents by post to Hong Tae-ho, 811-1 Kimidera, Wakayama City, Wakayama 641-8509, Japan. Selection consists of document screening and an interview.

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