Research Associate - CBIO (Witze)

University of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania's Perelman School of Medicine seeks a Research Associate in the Department of Cancer Biology in Philadelphia to advance studies on protein biochemistry and autophagy in cancer.

The role emphasizes protein palmitoylation, molecular biology and cell culture, with an initial one-year appointment renewable based on performance and funding.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree required.
• Expertise in protein biochemistry, cell culture, molecular biology and animal models of cancer.
• Experience with palmitoylation and autophagy in cancer is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Investigate the role of protein palmitoylation in autophagy regulation in cancer.
• Contribute to cellular biology approaches to study cancer.

Skills

Protein biochemistry

Cell culture techniques

Molecular biology

Animal models of cancer

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

Research Associate - CBIO (Witze)

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

Feb 11, 2026

Deadline

Feb 11, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Department of Cancer Biology at the Perelman School of Medicineat the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a ResearchAssociate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of protein biochemistry, cell culture techniques, molecular biology and animal models of cancer. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree.

Responsibilities may include investigation of the role of protein palmitoylation in the regulation of autophagy in cancer.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to further develop critical skills in studying cellular processes in cancer using biochemical and cell biological approaches.

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.