Postdoctoral Scholar - Pediatrics

Penn State University; Hershey (PA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Postdoctoral Scholar position in Pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA, focusing on basic and translational research in pediatric cancer, especially neuroblastoma metastasis and immunotherapy resistance. The candidate should hold an MD, PhD, or MD/PhD and have strong training in cancer biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or related fields.

Applications include a brief research statement, CV, and references; background checks will apply.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD with strong cancer biology background.
• Demonstrated scholarly productivity and strong scientific writing.
• Ability to design and conduct independent and collaborative research.

Skills

Cancer biology

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Immunology

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Education

MD/PhD

MD

PhD

Job description

## Postdoctoral Scholar - PediatricsApply: College of Medicine: Full time: Posted Today: REQ\\_0000082493# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.**This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. **POSITION SPECIFICS**A postdoctoral scholar position is available in the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania, to conduct basic and translational research in pediatric cancer. The research will focus on elucidating the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive neuroblastoma metastasis and resistance to immunotherapy, with the goal of identifying novel therapeutic strategies for high-risk and treatment-resistant disease.The successful candidate should hold an M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree and have a strong research background in cancer biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, or a related field. Candidates with experience in tumor metastasis, tumor–immune interactions, mechanisms of therapeutic resistance, autophagy and regulated cell death, or cancer immunotherapy are particularly encouraged to apply. Experience with neuroblastoma or other pediatric cancers is desirable but not required.Applicants should have a demonstrated record of scholarly productivity, strong scientific writing and communication skills, and the ability to design and conduct research both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.Interested candidates should submit a brief statement describing their research interests and relevant experience, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least two professional references. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **BENEFITS**Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.) **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.