Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Surgery Resident Postdoctoral Research Fellowship

Association Of Program Directors In Surgery

PGY2 Resident

The Levi Laboratory at UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking a highly motivated surgery resident or recent graduate with a strong interest in cancer biology, burn injury, trauma, or tissue regeneration to join our dynamic, interdisciplinary research team.

The Levi Lab studies mechanisms of tissue injury and repair, with particular emphasis on wound healing, regeneration, and the biological response to trauma and burns. Our research integrates cutting-edge molecular and cellular biology, bioengineering, and translational approaches to develop innovative therapies that improve outcomes for patients with severe injury or tissue loss. We offer experiences with both clinical and preclinical models.

Research Areas Include:

  • Molecular and cellular mechanisms of wound healing and regeneration
  • Burn and trauma immunology, inflammation, and treatments
  • Cancer biology and tissue repair crosstalk
  • Stem cell and biomaterials-based tissue regeneration

Position Details:

Full-time, funded postdoctoral research position

Mentorship from Dr. Levi and access to a vibrant research community within UT Southwestern Department of Surgery and Biomedical Research Core Facilities

Opportunities for high-impact publications, presentations at national meetings, and preparation for an NIH career development pathway

Opportunities to apply for independent funding

Start date: Flexible. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following materials as a single PDF to Dr. Levi at View email address on click.appcast.io

Cover letter describing research interests and career goals

Curriculum vitae detailing past research experience and publications

Contact information for 23 references

For more information about our research, please visit

Key Requirements:

  • MD or equivalent degree with completion or current enrollment in a general surgery residency (PGY2PGY5 preferred)
  • Demonstrated interest or prior research experience in one or more of the following: cancer biology, trauma, burn injury, or regenerative medicine
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Commitment to pursuing an academic career as a surgeon-scientist
Association Of Program Directors In Surgery
Vacancy posted 5 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Surgery Resident Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Dallas, TX vacancy
  •  ...Center, Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant...  ...a Transplant Surgery Fellowship, and be eligible for a...  ...committed to patient care, resident, fellow and medical...  ...to basic or clinical research is essential.UT...  ...students, residents and postdoctoral fellows are trained each... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Full time

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...Southwestern Department of Surgery, division of Burn, Trauma,...  ...and most prestigious fellowships in the country. Applicants...  ...and allied health students, residents and postdoctoral fellows are trained at UTSW...  ...Surgery also has a robust research infrastructure with 24/7 clinical... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Full time
    Traineeship

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...Medical Physics or a related field and postdoctoral training and a minimum of 5 years working...  ...certified. Excellent track record of research and successful funding history in the field...  ...students, postdoctoral fellows and residents. Personal attributes such as motivation... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Shift work

    UT Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    5 days ago
  •  ...and above to serve as the Vice Chair for Research in the Department of Emergency Medicine...  ...select faculty, fellows, and promising residents committed to a research career....  ...allied health students, residents and postdoctoral fellows are trained each year.The Dallas... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Full time

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...Medical Center invites applications for a full-time, funded postdoctoral research position focused on cancer biology, burn injury, trauma,...  ...and be enrolled in or have completed a general surgery residency (PGY2-PGY5 preferred). #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Texas... 
    For PostDoc
    Full time

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  • We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to investigate cholinergic function in the human hippocampus using intraoperative electrophysiological...  ...training to support the postdoctoral fellow’s long-term research and career goals. A minimum commitment of two years is... 
    For PostDoc
    Full time

    UT Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative postdoctoral researcher to help develop the next generation of cancer immunotherapies...  ...13+T cells in lupu s Cancer Discovery : Preexisting Skin-Resident CD8 and γδ T-cell Circuits Mediate Immune Response in... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Freelance

    UT Southwestern Medical Center - Center for Cellular Therapy...

    Dallas, TX
    5 days ago
  •  ...hospitals, as well as teaching and supervising residents and fellows at our affiliated teaching...  ...in ophthalmology, have completed a fellowship, be trained in ocular oncology, and be eligible...  ...oncology and multidisciplinary tumor research. Additionally, this position will... 
    Resident
    Full time

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best...  ...support system as dictated by cardiac surgery staff. Conduct bypasses for heart surgeries...  .... Give in-services for students and residents. Administer medications, blood... 
    Resident
    Full time

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...locations. We are searching for a highly motivated Assistant Research Professor to join our Sustainment Information Systems Department...  ...information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.) CAMPUS... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Full time
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work

    The Pennsylvania State University

    University Park, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...Postdoctoral Research Associate Texas A&M Agrilife Research Dallas Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location: Dallas, Texas Job Type: Staff This Postdoctoral Research Associate position will play an active role in research, including working on data... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Work at office
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours

    Texas A&M AgriLife

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  • ## Postdoctoral Research AssociateApplylocations: Dallas, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-095427**Job Title**Postdoctoral Research Associate**Agency**Texas A&M Agrilife Research**Department**Dallas**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Work at office

    Texas A&M

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...care, translational research, innovation, and multidisciplinary...  ...medical students, residents, and fellows, with a...  ...subspecialty fellowships. In FY25, the Department...  ..., residents, and postdoctoral fellows each year. Additionally...  ..., including fetal surgery capabilities at the... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Relocation

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    5 days ago
  • UT Dallas is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate to join a cognitive and neuroimaging research program in Dallas. The fellowship spans 2-3 years, featuring interdisciplinary team meetings, lab presentations, seminars, and grant-writing training to cultivate independence... 
    For PostDoc

    University of Texas at Dallas

    Dallas, TX
    4 days ago
  • $70k - $80.5k

     ...Center is seeking a driven and passionate Postdoctoral Associate to join our group. We are a...  ...expertise to advance ongoing areas of research while developing an independent...  ...assistance with preparing postdoctoral fellowships, job applications, and interviews. The... 
    For PostDoc

    Howard Hughes Medical Institute

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...The Research Associate will work as a research fellow at the Texas Biomedical Device Center. The role supports active projects...  ...drafting and securing competitive research funding (e.g., Postdoctoral Fellowships). Experience with clinical assessments such as the Fugl... 
    For PostDoc
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office

    UT Dallas

    Richardson, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...three-year Emergency Medicine residency program gives faculty the...  ...subspecialty activities and research are encouraged as we oversee...  ...their EM training, we offer fellowships in Toxicology, Disaster Medicine...  ...students, residents and postdoctoral fellows are trained each year... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Full time

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...POSITION SPECIFICSThe Beat Childhood Cancer Research Consortium at Penn State College of...  ...an innovative and highly driven Postdoctoral Scholar for the Pediatric Oncology Translational...  ...independently apply for independent fellowships and career development awards to support... 
    For PostDoc
    Full time
    Contract work
    For contractors
    Remote work

    The Pennsylvania State University

    University Park, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Retinal Aging, Neurodegeneration and Therapeutic Discovery A postdoctoral research position is available...  ...Prepare manuscripts for publication and contribute to fellowship and grant applications. Present research findings at laboratory... 
    For PostDoc
    Full time

    The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...Education Coordinator to support administrative programs across medical education, graduate education, internships, residency training, and postdoctoral fellowship programs. The role will coordinate Fellowship program conferences and the Visiting Resident Rotation. The... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Research Technician I to support the Parikh lab’s aging-related vascular and metabolic...  ...ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and capable of supporting clinical/postdoctoral fellows in ongoing projects. #J-18808-Ljbffr
    For PostDoc

    The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas invites applications for a postdoctoral position in the Department of Radiology to advance nuclear...  ...collaborating with physicists, engineers, and clinicians to translate research into clinical workflows. Applicants should hold a Ph.D.... 
    For PostDoc

    The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    2 days ago
  • $53k

     ...current trends in education policy and research, including Common Core standards, comprehensive...  ...check (per NYS requirements).City residents are encouraged to apply!SALARY/SALARY RANGECompensation...  ...may qualify for the District's Urban Fellowship Program. recblid ziud4wa71lxscq9ixyw48... 
    Resident
    Hourly pay
    Summer work
    Work at office

    Syracuse City School District

    Syracuse, NY
    1 day ago
  •  ...compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best...  ...with Master's degree. Post-doctoral fellowship preferred. BENEFITS PPO medical plan, available...  ...manuals. Mentor and train staff, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students.... 
    For PostDoc
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Traineeship

    University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

    Dallas, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...in an academic institution, active involvement in a toxicology research program, evidence of competitive and renewable research...  ...the ability to drive.Experience that helps, though not required:Postdoctoral training & research in toxicology.Board certification in toxicology... 
    For PostDoc
    Work experience placement

    Robson Forensic

    Irving, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care,...  ...training in specialized area through accredited pharmacy residency program or fellowship program JOB DUTIESAdvanced Clinical Pharmacist basic responsibilities... 
    Resident
    Full time

    UT Southwestern

    Dallas, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...Penn State University, College of Medicine, Department of Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar for the Sleep-Vascular Program. The role focuses on hypertension and endothelial dysfunction in obstructive sleep apnea, including translational human studies... 
    For PostDoc

    Penn State University

    University Park, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...Centers. The three-year EM residency program gives faculty the opportunity...  ...subspecialty activities and research are encouraged as we oversee...  ...their EM training, we offer fellowships in Toxicology, Disaster...  ...students, residents and postdoctoral fellows are trained each year... 
    Resident
    For PostDoc
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Shift work

    Staff DNA

    Dallas, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...accredited post-graduate year one (PGY1) residency training program and post-graduate year...  ...two (PGY2) residency training program or fellowship Meets Parkland standards of an ASHP-...  ...specialized practice area. Performs inspections, research, audits, MUE, &/or performance... 
    Resident
    Local area

    Parkland Health and Hospital System

    Dallas, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...Posting Number: S06963P Job Description: The research group led by Dr. You Leo Li at The University of Texas at Dallas is excited to invite applications for postdoctoral scholar positions. We’re at the forefront of medical ultrasound imaging and artificial intelligence... 
    For PostDoc
    Shift work

    The University of Texas at Dallas

    Dallas, TX
    3 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Surgery Resident Postdoctoral Research Fellowship. Be the first to apply!