Postdoc: Functional Transcriptomics, Signaling & Immunotherapy

University of Pennsylvania; United (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania invites applications for postdoctoral positions in Functional Transcriptomics, CellSignaling, and Cancer Immunotherapy. The Thomas-Tikhonenkolaboratory seeks researchers to investigate aberrant mRNA splicing and its role in defining cancer vulnerabilities on both hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.

Candidates with PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degrees and strengths in RNA biology, cancer genomics, signaling, immunotherapy, or bioinformatics are encouraged

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, DVM, or equivalent doctoral degree required with strong research track record.
• Expertise in RNA biology, cancer genetics/genomics, cell signaling or immunotherapy.
• Experience in bioinformatics and interdisciplinary collaboration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic and translational research on aberrant mRNA splicing and cancer vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.

Skills

RNA biology

cancer genetics/genomics

cell signaling

immunotherapy

bioinformatics

Education

PhD

MD

DVM

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania invites applications for postdoctoral positions in Functional Transcriptomics, CellSignaling, and Cancer Immunotherapy. The Thomas-Tikhonenkolaboratory seeks researchers to investigate aberrant mRNA splicing and its role in defining cancer vulnerabilities on both hematologic malignancies and solid tumors.

Candidates with PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degrees and strengths in RNA biology, cancer genomics, signaling, immunotherapy, or bioinformatics are encouraged