34 department chair jobs found

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...

Post-Doctoral Fellow in Lung Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Oct 10, 2025 Deadline: Mentor: Michael F. Beers MD Department: Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Funding Sources: NIH, Departmnt of Veterans Affairs, and Endowment Open to US Citizens and Forign Nationals The Lung Epithelial Biology Laboratory at the Penn Lung Biology Institute (LBI), under the direction of Dr. Michael Beers, has an exceptional opportunity available for Postdoctoral Fellows to join a collaborative research project directed at unraveling the mysteries of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and other parenchytmal lung diseases. The Beers' Lab has an existing program funded by NIH, the Department of Veterans Affairs, private foundations, and industry to study the molecular mechanisms that regulate tissue injury and repair in focused on discovery, target ID, target validation, and proof or principal studies aimed at uncovering and...

Postdoc in nasal epithelial physiology and chronic rhinosinusitis Location: University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA USA Open Date: Jun 22, 2026 Deadline: A postdoctoral position to study nasal epithelial physiology and signaling is available in the lab of Rob Lee at Penn. Our lab is part of the Division of Rhinology in the Department or Otorhinolaryngology, and we are also affiliated with and located next to the Department of Physiology. More about the lab's research and recent publications by postdocs and other students, can be found at www.robleelab.com. Our primary disease interest is chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), a syndrome of unrelenting nasal and sinus inflammation that affects >10% of the US population. We also study cystic fibrosis, a genetic disease that directly affects the innate immunity of both the lung and nasal epithelium. Our work is currently funded by both the NIH and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Funding for...

Wolf Humanities Center Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowships, 2027-2028 Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Jun 22, 2026 Deadline: Nov 01, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time The Wolf Humanities Center awards five (5) one-year Andrew W. Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowships each academic year to scholars in the humanities who are no more than five years out of their doctorate. Preference will be given to candidates not yet in tenure track positions whose proposals are interdisciplinary and would particularly benefit from and contribute to Penn's intellectual life. The programs of the Wolf Humanities Center are conceived through yearly topics that invite broad interdisciplinary collaboration. For the 2027-2028 academic year, our topic will be Empire . The Wolf Humanities Center's 2027-2028 Mellon Postdoctoral Fellowship appointment is twelve months (July 1, 2027-June 30, 2028) and carries a minimum stipend of $67,000, a $3000 research fund, and discounted single-coverage health...

Postdoctoral Position: Red Blood Cell Immunobiology Location: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Open Date: Jun 09, 2026 Deadline: The Mangalmurti Laboratory, in the Department of Medicine's Divison of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care, invites applications for a postdoctoral position focused on evaluating red blood cells (RBCs) as a novel liquid biopsy platform for cancer detection and disease monitoring. This industry-sponsored project will investigate the biological basis, analytical performance, and translational potential of RBC-associated tumor DNA (rtDNA) as a new substrate for precision oncology applications. The laboratory recently discovered that RBCs rapidly acquire and retain tumor-derived DNA, revealing an unexpected role for RBCs in cancer biology and liquid biopsy. Emerging data suggest that RBC-associated tumor DNA may provide a sensitive and complementary source of tumor-derived genetic material that can overcome some of...

Postdoctoral Position in Diabetic Fracture Healing, FOXO1, Primary Cilia, and Regenerative Biomaterialsled Position Location: Penn Dental Medicine Open Date: Jun 02, 2026 Deadline: Open to applications from U.S. Citizens and foreign nationals A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Dana Graves, University of Pennsylvania, to study why diabetes disrupts fracture healing and to develop a new local therapeutic strategy to restore bone repair. This project builds on compelling data showing that lineage-specific deletion of FOXO1 in chondrocytes or osteoblasts fully rescues diabetes-impaired fracture healing, as measured by histology, microCT, and mechanical testing. We have also found that loss of primary cilia in these same skeletal lineages reproduces key features of diabetic fracture healing. Together, these findings point to a novel FOXO1-primary cilia axis as a central regulator of skeletal repair in diabetes. The successful candidate will...

Postdoctoral Researcher in AI-Driven Data Curation and Data Integration Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Jun 02, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Joost Wagenaar Department: Informatics Number of Positions: 2 Open to applications from US Citizens and foreign nationals. The Wagenaar Lab is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, common data elements (CDEs), and large-scale biomedical datasets. The Wagenaar Lab is jointly based in the Institute for Biomedical Informatics and the Department of Biostatistics, Epidemiology, and Informatics at the University of Pennsylvania, and leads the academic development of the Pennsieve scientific data platform. The lab's mission is to create scalable, sustainable infrastructure that enables data integration, reuse, and discovery across clinical and scientific research domains. This postdoctoral position will...

Postdoctoral Researcher in Maternal Health Implementation Science Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: May 19, 2026 Deadline: Posting Title: Postdoctoral Researcher in Maternal Health Implementation Science Faculty Mentor: Rebecca Feldman Hamm Department: OBGYN Research Funding Source Type: NIH Grant Number of Positions: 1 Candidates requiring visa sponsorship are welcome to apply Position Summary: The University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is seeking applications for one Postdoctoral Researcher. This position is funded by the National Institutes of Health / Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD). The postdoctoral appointment is one year (12 calendar months - July 2026-June 2027) with an option to renew for one additional year. The purposes of the 7-year (2023-2030)...

Postdoctoral Fellow in Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer Location: University of Pennsylvania, Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: May 13, 2026 Deadline: The Ky lab is a National Institutes of Health-, American Heart Association-, and Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute-funded internationally recognized program that focuses on advancing the cardiovascular health of patients living with and beyond cancer through clinical science. The Ky Lab has a postdoctoral position in the field of cardiovascular and cancer clinical epidemiology and data science. This position for a clinical researcher involves the use of large datasets comprised of biomarker, echocardiography, genomic, clinical, social determinants of health and other "-omic" data to understand individual patient risk. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. or M.D. with strong experience in epidemiology, data science, and computational and data analysis. The ideal candidate must also have strong written...

Postdoctoral Fellow in Cancer Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Oct 03, 2025 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Carman Li, Ph.D. Department: Cancer Biology Funding Source: PI Grants Number of Positions: 2 Lab Website: www.CarmanLiLab.org Open to U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. The Carman Li Lab studies hereditary cancer development and their implications for sporadic cancer interception. A special focus is on breast cancer driven by germline mutations in the tumor suppressor gene BRCA1. The lab is recruiting postdoctoral fellows to investigate the molecular mechanisms and intervention strategies for BRCA1-related breast cancer. The fellows will lead their independent research projects using advanced genetically engineered mouse models, 3D organoid cultures, single-cell omics, patient sample analyses, and other approaches. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and...

Postdoctoral Fellow - Reproductive Biology Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Mar 13, 2026 Deadline: Postdoctoral Fellow - Reproductive Biology About the Lab The Bomba-Warczak Laboratory at the University of Pennsylvania is recruiting creative, collaborative, and highly independent Postdoctoral Scientists to lead new research projects in reproductive biology. Our lab studies how the ovarian microenvironment supports oocyte development and reproductive function across the lifespan. We are particularly interested in understanding how cellular interactions within the ovarian follicle shape oocyte health, tissue physiology, and reproductive aging. Our research integrates mouse models, quantitative cell and tissue biology, imaging approaches, stable-isotope tracing, and mass-spectrometry-based omics to uncover molecular pathways that regulate reproductive biology and cellular communication in complex tissues. Learn more about...

Postdoctoral Fellow in computational neuroimaging Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Mar 06, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Aristeidis Sotiras, PhD ( Aristeidis (Aris) Sotiras, PhD - AIBIL) Department: Radiology Funding Source: NIH Number of positions: 2 Two postdoctoral positions in computational neuroimaging and machine learning are available at the Center for Biomedical Image Computing and Analytics (CBICA), Radiology, University of Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative research environment focused on developing computational methods for analyzing large-scale neuroimaging and clinical datasets to better understand brain health and disease. The postdoctoral fellow will contribute to projects at the intersection of medical image analysis, machine learning, and clinical neuroscience, with opportunities to work in two main research directions: (1) Development...

Postdoctoral Fellow in Obstetric Health Care Quality and Equity Research Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Feb 27, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Elizabeth Howell, MD, MPP Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Funding Source: PI Grant Number of Positions: 1 Open to U.S. permanent residents and citizens only. Our research program is dedicated to improving health outcomes and equity for all postpartum and pregnant patients. We are funded by the National Institutes of Health to study disparities in maternal health outcomes. This position will support the health care quality and equity program in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology by working on the following projects: 1) An NIH-funded R01 on improving maternal health outcomes for postpartum women 2) The March of Dimes Research Center for Advancing Maternal Health Equity and 3) Other quality and equity-related research. This position will work...

Postdoctoral Fellow in Trans Studies Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Oct 24, 2025 Deadline: The Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies Program (GSWS) along with the Center for Research in Feminist, Queer, and Transgender Studies (FQT) invite applicants for a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Trans Studies, beginning August 1, 2026. This is a one-year position, with the possibility of a one-year extension, contingent upon funding and performance. We seek an interdisciplinary scholar and teacher with a demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogy and feminist, queer, and trans studies. We welcome expertise disability studies, black studies, trans of color critique or transnational/global approaches. The successful candidate's scholarly work and teaching must engage with some portion of the broad academic mission of FQT/GSWS. Our intellectual community includes visiting scholars and artists in residence, graduate student associates, and faculty affiliates from across...

Postdoctoral Researchers - bench and dry lab scientists in the field of lipoprotein metabolism and the role of lipids in cardiometabolic traits and diseases (including atherosclerosis and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease or MASLD) Location: University of Pennsylvania - Perelman School of Medicine Open Date: Apr 17, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Daniel J. Rader MD Hiring Department: Medicine - Division of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics Funding Sources: NIH and AHA grants Number of Positions: 2 U.S. citizens and foreign nationals may apply. Applications are invited for postdoctoral positions in the laboratory of Dr. Daniel J. Rader , Departments of Medicine and Genetics at the Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) of the University of Pennsylvania. The Rader lab is a multidisciplinary research environment focused on leveraging human gene discovery to elucidate the biology and molecular physiology of genes and pathways that...

Postdoctoral Scholar in Viral Immunology Location: University of Pennsylvania - School of Veterinary Medicine Open Date: Apr 10, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor: Oyebola Oyesola, DVM, PhD Department: Pathobiology Funding Source: Institutional funds. Shortlisted scholars will be encouraged to apply for external fellowship and funds. Number of Positions: 1 Open to applications from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join an interdisciplinary research program focused on viral and parasite immunology. The successful candidate will investigate immune responses to viral and parasitic infection (with an opportunity to learn this on the job), with an emphasis on mechanisms of host defense and the effect of an individual's infection history on subsequent exposure. The position offers a positive research environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and opportunities for collaborations but within and outside...

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Developmental Psychopathology and Epigenomics Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 09, 2026 Deadline: The University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education (Penn GSE) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellowship in Family Processes, Developmental Psychopathology, and Epigenomics. This two-year, full-time position is expected to begin July 1, 2026, though the start date is flexible (July-September). The postdoctoral fellow will collaborate closely with Dr. Justin Parent and his team on research projects centered on family processes, epigenetics, and child sleep health. The fellow will assist with data analysis and manuscript preparation related to parenting, sleep, and child DNA methylation. They will lead a research team launching a new NHLBI-funded R01 that will integrate passive sensing, daily diaries, observational assessments, multi-informant surveys, and epigenomic data. The fellow will allocate 50% of their time to...

Postdoctoral Fellow - Diabetes, Inflammation, Hard and Soft Tissue Healing Location: University of Pennsylvania - School of Dental Medicine Open Date: Feb 24, 2026 Deadline: Faculty Mentor : Dana Graves, DDS DMSc Department: Periodontics Funding Source: Grant Funded Number of Positions: 1 Open to applications from U.S. Citizens and foreign nationals We are seeking an energetic Postdoctoral Fellow to join a fast-paced, highly collaborative laboratory investigating how diabetes reshapes immune regulation, cellular signaling, and hard and soft tissue healing. This role is designed for a hands-on, intellectually curious scientist who wants to take ownership of impactful projects while accelerating career growth through publication-driven science, mentorship, and leadership opportunities. You will work closely with faculty and trainees in a supportive, high-productivity environment with clear opportunities to build a strong track record in manuscripts,...

Postdoctoral Research Fellow Location: Philadelphia, PA Open Date: Apr 02, 2026 Deadline: Project: Transitioning through Uncertainty - Sociopolitical Feedback from Clean Energy Manufacturing Investments University of Pennsylvania , Department of Political Science | Philadelphia, PA Position Overview The Penn Environmental Politics Lab seeks a post-doctoral research fellow to support a two-year research project, beginning in July 2026. This one-year appointment, with possibility for renewal for a second year contingent on performance and availability of funding, is designed for a social scientist who has recently completed (by July 2026) a PhD in political science, economics, public policy, sociology, environmental studies, or a related field. The fellow will be based at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and will work closely with PI Parrish Bergquist. They will have access to Penn's research community including seminars, workshops, and...