The program is geared toward young scientists pursuing integrated; translational research focused on advancing promising new nanoscience-based technologies to improve cancer care. The fellows will commit much of their time to research and technical training. The research projects will be clinically and biologically relevant to cancer and examine nanoscience and nanotechnology as potential solutions. A detailed mentoring plan will be developed for each fellow that includes research project aims, multidisciplinary coursework, and seminar experiences. The main goal of this T32 training program is to educate future leaders in the broad field of nanotechnology with specific interests in cancer-related applications, which are keenly aware of the needs and demands of a clinical environment and the major challenges of translational research. After completing this program, the trainees will be able to demonstrate the ability to carry out independent translational research in cancer nanotechnology. Didactic coursework will prepare them to contribute to research projects that directly address barriers to the translation of nanotechnology-based approaches and to develop the skills needed to define and lead such projects. *LEARNING OBJECTIVES* -Learn essential writing skills through scientific writing seminars and by writing an NIH grant proposal. - -Learn lab management skills by participating in a short hands-on course introducing laboratory and project management. -Learn writing skills through scientific writing seminars and by writing an NIH grant proposal. -Learn critical lab management skills by participating in a short hands-on course introducing laboratory and project management. All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations. *ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS* Must have been accepted into (i) the Ph.D. program in Bioengineering or Chemistry, at Rice University, and (ii) the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS) at MD Anderson. Per NIH T32 program requirement, fellows "must be citizens or noncitizen nationals of the United States or have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence at the time of appointment." *POSITION INFORMATION* This position will provide a salary between $15,500 - $37,000. Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. [http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html](http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html) *FACULTY MENTOR* Dr. Konstantin Sokolov