38 Postdoc jobs found

Liver Cancer and Ultrasound Imaging Postdoc Fellowship Location: University of Pennsylvania – Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Aug 10, 2026 Deadline: Description Mentor: Chandra Sehgal, PhD Hiring Department: Radiology Funding Source: NIH Number of positions: 1 U.S. Citizens and foreign nationals may apply Project overview The ultrasound research lab is developing hydralazine-augmented contrast ultrasound (HyCUS), a novel functional imaging technique that exploits differences in tumor versus liver vasculature to improve early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the fastest-growing cause of cancer death in the U.S. Our preliminary data show HyCUS more than triples lesion visibility compared to standard B-mode and contrast-enhanced ultrasound, and detects small HCC lesions missed entirely by current clinical methods. We are seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow to help translate this promising discovery from bench to...

Postdoc fellow – CRISPR screens in hematopoietic stem cells to study replication fitness Location: University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Jul 31, 2026 Deadline: A postdoctoral fellow position is available at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to perform state-of-the-art CRISPR/Cas9 screens to identify novel therapeutic targets for treating hematopoietic stem cell diseases. Dr. Tong's laboratory studies cytokine receptor signaling in replication stress , DNA repair , and ubiquitin signaling in hematopoietic stem cells , bone marrow failure , and leukemia . Hematopoietic stem cells give rise to all circulating blood cells throughout life. Maintenance of stem cell self-renewal, proliferation, and differentiation is regulated by complex signaling pathways. Aberrant regulation leads to bone marrow failure or leukemia. Genome integrity plays a critical role in blood...

Postdoc in Cancer Immunology Location: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine: Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Open Date: Jan 28, 2026 Deadline: Funding is available for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join an NIH R01-funded research program investigating bitter taste receptor (T2R) signaling in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) and tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs). This work focuses on understanding how G protein-coupled receptor signaling shapes macrophage behavior within the tumor microenvironment and how these pathways can be leveraged to promote anti-tumor immunity. Oral squamous cell carcinoma remains a highly lethal disease, with clinical outcomes strongly influenced by immune composition and macrophage phenotype within the tumor microenvironment. Tumor-associated macrophages play a central role in regulating tumor progression, immune suppression, and response to therapy, yet many of the signaling pathways governing...

Postdoc fellows in cancer immunology and cardiovascular biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: May 06, 2026 Deadline: The Fan Laboratory in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania''s Perelman School of Medicine is recruiting creative, collaborative, and highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientists to lead research projects in cancer immunology and cardiovascular biology. Our lab investigates how the tissue microenvironment regulates cancer immunity and heart repair. We are particularly interested in: The molecular mechanisms underlying vascular control of immune cell function in cancer and ischemic heart disease; Targeting myeloid cells to overcome cancer-associated immunosuppression; The biology and therapeutic targeting of γδT cell and NKT cell exhaustion in cancer; Advanced radiation strategies, including FLASH and SFRT, to modulate tissue immunity in tumors and...

Postdoctoral Position in Physiology and Regeneration Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Aug 01, 2026 Deadline: The problem we work on: We study Physiologic Regeneration: whether a tissue that rebuilds the right cells actually recovers the job those cells are supposed to do. After injury, an epithelium can regenerate the correct cell types and still fail to restore coordinated function. Most of the field checks whether the cells come back. We measure whether the function comes back, and we work on why the two so often diverge. We use the airway surface epithelium because it is constantly injured by the outside world, has to recover to keep the host alive, and crucially, has functions we can measure directly : ion and fluid transport, mucociliary clearance, and antimicrobial killing. Projects pair stem-cell biology with quantitative surface physiology to define how, and whether, function is restored after injury. Who...

Postdoctoral Researcher - Health Services and Health Economics Research Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Jul 27, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Dr. Michael Harhay Department: Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Informatics Number of Positions: 1 Open to applications from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals The research groups of Drs. Scott Halpern, Michael Harhay, and Ari Friedman at the University of Pennsylvania invite applications for a postdoctoral researcher in health services research (HSR) and health economics. Individuals with >1 year of post-doctoral experience could be considered for research associate roles. We would be particularly interested in (bio)statisticians with training and interests in health economics and cost-effectiveness research. The postdoc researcher will support and lead projects using large, complex electronic health record (EHR) datasets, ranging from short, focused descriptive studies...

Associate Professor in the Basser Center for BRCA in partnership with the Department of Cancer Biology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Oct 09, 2024 Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cancer Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Associate Professor position in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of the mechanisms of tumor development and interception of such in BRCA1/2 mutation carriers are highly sought. Areas of particular interest include: a) Investigation of the haploinsufficent state and how this leads to cancer, b) tissue tropism related to BRCA1 and BRCA2 (why cancers emerge from breast, ovarian, prostate and pancreas when all cells in affected individuals are heterozygote?) and 3) hormonal influences on DNA repair. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Teaching responsibilities may include focused classroom teaching in an...

Postdoctoral Researcher in Neurobiology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Aug 13, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Elizabeth A Heller, Ph.D Department: Pharmacology (SPATT) Funding Source: PI Grant Number of Positions: 2 Open to U.S. citizens, p ermanent residents and foreign nationals The Heller Lab studies the mechanisms by which epigenetic remodeling regulates gene function, in the context of neuropsychiatric diseases such as addiction and depression. To approach this problem, we directly manipulate histone and DNA modifications at specific genes in vivo, using viral delivery of novel epigenetic editing tools, such as CRISPR/dCas9-fusion proteins. The Perelman School of Medicine is a world leader in biomedical research, boasting over $800M in annual research funding and ranked third nationwide among the best medical schools in research. The Heller Lab is a member of the Penn Epigenetics Institute...

Postdoctoral Position in Skeletal Regeneration, Diabetes, and Spatial Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Penn Dental Medicine Open Date: Aug 13, 2026 Deadline: A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Dana Graves at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Dental Medicine, Department of Periodontics, to investigate a newly identified mechanism through which diabetes impairs fracture healing and to develop a locally delivered therapeutic strategy to restore skeletal repair. The project is supported by strong preliminary evidence demonstrating that lineage-specific deletion of FOXO1 in chondrocytes or osteoblasts reverses diabetes-impaired fracture healing. We have also found that disruption of primary cilia in these skeletal lineages reproduces defining features of defective repair in diabetes. Together, these findings identify and strongly support a previously unrecognized FOXO1-primary cilia signaling axis as an important...

Postdoctoral Researcher – Immunology / Oral Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - School of Dental Medicine Open Date: Jul 23, 2026 Deadline: The Ko Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join an NIH-funded research program investigating host-microbe interactions at the oral epithelial barrier. Our research uses periodontitis as a model to understand how excess iron resulting from chronic inflammation alters epithelial and stromal cell function, promotes inflammatory cell death, and drives tissue destruction. We integrate genetically engineered mouse models, clinically derived human tissues, immunology, spatial and single-cell molecular profiling, and computational biology to uncover mechanisms linking iron-dependent cell death with chronic inflammatory disease. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary...

Postdoctoral Scientist - Ophthalmology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Jul 01, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Peter M.J. Quinn Department: Ophthalmology Funding Source: PI Fund/Philantrophic Fund Number of Positions: 1 Open to applications from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. Job Summary The Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a full-time postdoctoral scientist to work under the direction of the Principle Investigator, and perform duties associated with projects aiming to use gene therapy to tackle inherited retinal disorders (IRDs). Research approaches include therapeutic editing and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) retinal organoid disease modeling. Further, the position requires assisting the principal investigator with grant and manuscript writing. Job Responsibilities Conduct laboratory research, troubleshoot problems, record and analyze data, independently design new research experiments, and prepare...

Associate or Full Professor - Research Track - Neonatology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Nov 17, 2025 Deadline: Nov 17, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Neonatology & Newborn Services in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for several Associate or Full Professor positions in the non-tenure research track. Applicants must have an M.D or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Applicants must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics or Internal Medicine. Rank will be commensurate with experience. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include having a national reputation for collaborative or independent research of high quality with distinctive, original, and expert intellectual contributions. For Full Professor rank, candidates must show evidence of an international reputation for...

Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Neonatology and Newborn Services in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for Assistant Professor positions in the academic-clinician, clinician-educator, non-tenure research and tenure tracks. Applicants must have a MD, DO or MD/PhD or equivalent degree. For research track positions, applicants must have a PhD or MD/PhD degree. All applicants must demonstrate excellent qualifications in education, clinical care or research. Applicants must be board certified/eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics or in Internal Medicine for tenure and research tracks. Academic Clinician Track - Clinical responsibilities may include providing outstanding clinical care and productivity in program development. Clinical care will be provided in the 100-bed Level...

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Senior Research Investigator University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural...

Research Associate (Berger Lab) Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Aug 14, 2026 Deadline: Aug 18, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Cell and Developmental Biology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of neuronal and iPSC cell culture, molecular biology, chromatin biology, genomics, and imaging studies. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include investigation of the regulation and functions of nuclear speckles and chromatin organization during neuronal stimulation, using a wide range of approaches including molecular biology, cell biology, genomics approaches, and...

Posdoctoral position in Cancer Biology / HPV Virology / Translational therapeutics Location: University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Jun 30, 2026 Deadline: A postdoctoral position is available to work under the mentorship of Dr. Devraj Basu , Department of Otorhinolaryngology, at the interfaces among cancer biology, immunology, bioinformatics, and molecular epidemiology for HPV-related head and neck cancer. An interdisciplinary mentorship team for these positions includes multiple basic, translational, and clinical researchers who comprise a Translational Center of Excellence for HPV+ Head and Neck Cancer within the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania. https://www.pennmedicine.org/physicians-hub/physician-article/hpv-opscc-transitional-center-of-excellence-debuts-at-penn-ent https://www.pennmedicine.org/research/translational-centers-of-excellence Trainees will have opportunities to lead projects...

Assistant Professor, Clinician Educator, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jul 08, 2026 Deadline: Jul 08, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Emergency Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure clinician educator track. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree and be board-certified in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, or board-eligible. Teaching responsibilities may include participating in the clinical education of medical students, residents and fellows as a member of the Division of Emergency Medicine, mentoring of trainees (including fellows and graduate students) in area of applicant's interest and mentoring of postdoctoral fellows, students, and fellows and supervision of research staff. Clinical responsibilities may include providing...

Assistant Professor, Tenure Track, Human Genetics Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Feb 09, 2026 Deadline: Feb 09, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Division of Human Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seek candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of human genetics, and may include expertise in one or more of the following: computational biology, statistical genetics, population genetics, biomedical informatics, complex genetics, clinical genetics, pharmacogenetics/genomics, functional genomics, structural variation analysis, cancer genetics, human phenomics, and genomic medicine. Applicants must have an M.D and/or Ph.D or equivalent degree. The candidate must be board certified in medical genetics and genomics. Teaching responsibilities may include the teaching of medical...

Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Tenure Track in the Department of Neurosurgery, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in Neuro-Oncology Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 17, 2026 Deadline: Apr 17, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Department of Neurosurgery at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the tenure track. Expertise is required in the specific area of neuro-immuno-oncology, cancer neuroscience, and genomics. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree. Teaching responsibilities may include mentoring undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, as well as providing formal lectures within the department and PSOM. Research or scholarship responsibilities may include developing both collaborative and independent research programs focused on primary and metastatic brain cancers; coordinating NIH-funded...