Researcher - Pediatrics

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Faculty level Researcher to conduct basic and translational pediatric cancer research focused on RNA-biology and therapeutic targeting for AML. The candidate should have an MD, PhD or MD/PhD and a strong background in biochemistry and molecular biology with interest in autophagy and programmed cell death.

The candidate will develop novel cancer therapeutics, contribute to grants and manuscripts, and

Qualifications

• MD/PhD or MD with strong research background in biochemistry and molecular biology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct active lab research to high standards following regulations.
• Develop new research ideas and collaborations.
• Assist PI in grant and manuscript submission.
• Participate in teaching and training of students, fellows, and technicians.

Skills

Biochemistry

Molecular biology

Autophagy

Programmed cell death

Scientific writing

Education

MD/PhD

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Researcher. A Faculty level Researcher position is available to conduct basic and translational pediatric cancer research focusing on RNA-biology and therapeutic targeting for AML in the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA. The candidate should have an M.D., Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree and a strong background in biochemistry and molecular biology with specific interest and experience in autophagy and programmed cell death. The candidate must have demonstrated excellent scientific productivity, scientific writing and communication skills, and the ability to conduct research independently or in team settings. The candidate will be responsible for developing a novel cancer therapeutic approach for patients with cancer.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• 1) Conducting active lab research to a high standard and in accordance with all institutional and federal regulations
• 2) Developing new research ideas and collaborations
• 3) Assisting the PI in grant and manuscript submission
• 4) Participating in teaching and training of students, fellows, and technicians for their research projects.

This is a limited-term non-tenure line position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.

Interested candidates should upload a copy of your CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references.

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with university polices.

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