This position focuses on mechanisms of radiation response, resistance, and toxicity in head and neck cancer, offering an exceptional opportunity to conduct mechanistically driven, translational research
Job Summary
This position focuses on mechanisms of radiation response, resistance, and toxicity in head and neck cancer, offering an exceptional opportunity to conduct mechanistically driven, translational research.
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).
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
Matching Summary
This position focuses on mechanisms of radiation response, resistance, and toxicity in head and neck cancer, offering an exceptional opportunity to conduct mechanistically driven, translational research.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Radiation biology experiments
In vivo models of HNSCC
Translational correlative studies
Tumor-immune interactions
Rigorous scientific documentation
Nice-to-have
Mechanistically driven research
Interface of radiation biology
Ethical research conduct
Multidisciplinary conferences
Key Requirements
PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree
Prior experience with vivo models
Prior experience with cell culture
Prior experience with radiation-based research
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