Penn State University · 3 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Scholar - Cancer Institute
Hershey, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelPenn State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to join its Cancer Institute focused on acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The role involves extensive training in preclinical cancer research, including testing therapeutic efficacy and collaborating with experts in the field.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Test therapeutic efficacy in AML using CDX, PDX, and genetically engineered mouse models (GEMMs)
Perform in vivo imaging, tissue harvesting, flow cytometry and molecular analyses
Maintain detailed experimental records and rigorous data management
Contribute to manuscripts, grant writing, and mentoring of students/technicians
Participate in experimental design, data interpretation, and collaborative project discussions
Contribute to general lab operations, enforce safety and ethical compliance, and help establish standardized experimental protocols and training procedures
Present findings in lab meetings, institutional seminars, and scientific conferences; prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals; and assist with grant proposal writing to support future funding
Supervise and mentor graduate students and research staff, and collaborate with lab members, clinicians, and external partners to advance shared research goals
Take advantage of training, seminars, and networking opportunities to build toward an independent academic or research career
Qualification
Required
PhD (or MD/PhD) in cancer biology, immunology, molecular biology, genetics, or a related field
Strong background in one or more relevant research areas (Pharmacology, Drug development, molecular techniques, cancer models)
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Strong publication record and hands-on experience with mouse models and preclinical techniques and Flowcytometry
Commitment to careful record-keeping, reproducibility, and team-based research
Preferred
Prior experience in gene regulation, hematopoiesis, or AML-related mouse models
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.)
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