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Jefferson Health · 12 hours ago

Post Doctoral Fellow - Department of Cancer Biology - Lab of Dr. Elda Grabocka

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Jefferson Health is seeking a driven Postdoctoral Fellow to lead a groundbreaking project examining the connection between Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and the advancement of Pancreatic Cancer. The role involves utilizing preclinical models and molecular techniques to redefine pancreatic cancer risk factors and identify new therapeutic targets, in collaboration with a team of specialists.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Spearhead a groundbreaking project delving into the mechanistic connection between Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) and the aggressive advancement of Pancreatic Cancer

Integrate preclinical mouse models, innovative molecular and cell biology techniques, and epidemiological data to redefine our understanding of pancreatic cancer risk factors and uncover new therapeutic targets

Collaborate closely with a dedicated team of translational scientists, surgeons, bioinformaticians, and biostatisticians within a prolific, translational cancer center

Qualification

Cancer BiologyMolecular BiologyCancer Mouse ModelsMolecular TechniquesCellular TechniquesTumor ImmunologyMetabolismLiver DiseaseWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Required

Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related fields

Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications

Extensive practical experience with cancer mouse models

Proficiency in molecular and cellular techniques

Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities

Preferred

Previous exposure to Tumor Immunology/TME, Metabolism, or Liver Disease is advantageous

Benefits

Medical (including prescription)

Supplemental insurance

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Voluntary benefits

Company

Jefferson Health

Thomas Jefferson University and Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals are partners in providing excellent clinical and compassionate care for our patients in the Philadelphia region, educating the health professionals of tomorrow in a variety of disciplines and discovering new knowledge that will define the future of clinical care.

Founded in 1995

Philadelphia, PA, US

5001-10000 employees

http://JeffersonHealth.org

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

ANTHONY S. NAH, Jr., B.S., MSc.

President / CEO

Ron Kumor

President/ CEO Aria Jefferson Health Physician Services and Senior Vice President, Network Dev

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