Postdoctoral Scholar - Radiation Oncology

Penn State College of Medicine

College Of Medicine, USA
On-site
Radiation biology experiments
Radiation resistance mechanisms
Dna damage response
The Penn State College of Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in Radiation Oncology to conduct translational research focused on radiation response in head and neck cancer. The ideal candidate will have a relevant doctoral degree and experience in radiation biology or related fields, contributing to preclinical and translational studies

Job Summary

  • This position focuses on mechanisms of radiation response, resistance, and toxicity in head and neck cancer.
  • The postdoctoral fellow will lead and contribute to preclinical and translational studies using in vitro systems and in vivo models of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC).
  • The overarching goal of the research program is to identify biologic determinants of tumor control and normal tissue injury following radiation therapy, and to translate these findings into biomarkers and therapeutic strategies relevant to patients undergoing definitive or adjuvant chemoradiation.

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The Penn State College of Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar in Radiation Oncology to conduct translational research focused on radiation response in head and neck cancer. The ideal candidate will have a relevant doctoral degree and experience in radiation biology or related fields, contributing to preclinical and translational studies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • radiation biology experiments
  • radiation resistance mechanisms
  • DNA damage response
  • normal tissue toxicity
  • translational correlative studies
  • tumor-immune interactions

Nice-to-have

  • preclinical and translational studies
  • mechanistically driven research
  • interdisciplinary collaboration

Key Requirements

  • PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree
  • Prior experience with vivo models, cell culture, or radiation-based research
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

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