Postdoctoral Scholar - Radiation Oncology

Penn State Golf Courses

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
Hybrid
Phd or md/phd degree required
Experience with in vivo murine models
Proficiency in cell culture systems
This position offers an exceptional opportunity to conduct mechanistically driven, translational research at the interface of radiation biology, tumor immunology, and clinical radiation oncology

Job Summary

  • This position offers an exceptional opportunity to conduct mechanistically driven, translational research at the interface of radiation biology, tumor immunology, and clinical radiation oncology.
  • 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.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

Matching Summary

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to conduct mechanistically driven, translational research at the interface of radiation biology, tumor immunology, and clinical radiation oncology.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits package provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD or MD/PhD degree required
  • Experience with in vivo murine models
  • Proficiency in cell culture systems
  • Knowledge of radiation biology mechanisms
  • Ability to design preclinical studies

Nice-to-have

  • Strong collaborative communication skills
  • Experience with tumor immunology
  • Track record of high-impact publications
  • Familiarity with translational clinical trials
  • Commitment to ethical research conduct

Key Requirements

  • Doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PA) in molecular biology or related field
  • Prior experience with in vivo models and radiation-based research
  • Must obtain PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • Must obtain PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
  • Must obtain Federal FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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