Postdoctoral Positions in Functional Transcriptomics, Cell Signaling, and Cancer Immunotherapy

University of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thomas-Tikhonenko laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is recruiting postdoctoral fellows to advance funded projects on aberrant mRNA splicing, cancer vulnerabilities, and new immunotherapy targets. Work spans hematologic malignancies to solid tumors on a shared campus with UPenn’s Perelman School of Medicine.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD/MD/DVM or equivalent, with demonstrated expertise in RNA biology, cancer genomics, cell signaling,

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, DVM, or equivalent doctoral degrees.
• Expertise in RNA biology, cancer genetics/genomics, cell signaling, immunotherapy or bioinformatics.

Responsibilities

• Pursue basic and translational research projects.
• Collaborate in a highly collaborative environment across cancer biology and immunotherapy.
• Contribute to identifying novel targets for therapy and cancer vulnerabilities.

Skills

RNA biology

cancer genetics/genomics

cell signaling

immunotherapy

bioinformatics

Education

PhD/MD/DVM or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

The Thomas-Tikhonenko laboratory is recruiting postdoctoral fellows to pursue newly funded basic and translational research projects aimed at elucidating the role of aberrant mRNA splicing in defining cancer vulnerabilities and identifying new targets for therapy. Our research spans hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, combining mechanistic studies with the development of novel immunotherapies. We are located in the Colket Translational Research Building of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, which shares a contiguous campus with the University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine. This setting provides ample opportunities for interactions with the NCI-designated Abramson Cancer Center, the Institute for Immunology and Immune Health, the Institute for Biomedical Informatics, and other research programs.

We seek ambitious scientists who thrive on challenges, enjoy working in a highly collaborative and dynamic research environment, and are eager to make their marks. Strong candidates will hold PhD, MD, DVM, or equivalent doctoral degrees and have demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following fields: RNA biology, cancer genetics/genomics, cell signaling, immunotherapy, or bioinformatics. Recent graduates with strong research accomplishments in adjacent areas are also encouraged to apply. Eligibility for federal training grants is a plus but not a requirement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.