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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, in Hershey, PA, is seeking a Researcher. A Faculty level Researcher position is available to conduct basic and translational pediatric cancer research focusing on RNA-biology and therapeutic targeting for AML in the Department of Pediatrics at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA. The candidate should have an M.D., Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. degree and a strong background in biochemistry and molecular biology with specific interest and experience in autophagy and programmed cell death. The candidate must have demonstrated excellent scientific productivity, scientific writing and communication skills, and the ability to conduct research independently or in team settings. The candidate will be responsible for developing a novel cancer therapeutic approach for patients with cancer.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
1) Conducting active lab research to a high standard and in accordance with all institutional and federal regulations
2) Developing new research ideas and collaborations
3) Assisting the PI in grant and manuscript submission
4) Participating in teaching and training of students, fellows, and technicians for their research projects.
This is a limited-term non-tenure line position funded for one year from date of hire, with possibility of refunding.
Interested candidates should upload a copy of your CV, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for three references.
Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with university polices.
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Skills Required
- M.D., Ph.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree
- Strong background in biochemistry and molecular biology
- Specific interest and experience in autophagy and programmed cell death
- Experience in RNA biology and translational cancer research
- Demonstrated scientific productivity and scientific writing and communication skills
- Ability to conduct research independently and work in team settings
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Retirement Support — Employer contributions to SERS and the TIAA Alternate Plan are described as significant, with supplemental retirement options available. Feedback suggests these choices and contributions create strong long‑term value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time employees accrue over 24 sick and vacation days annually, with additional university holidays and a winter break. Feedback suggests this depth of leave supports work–life balance.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — A 75% tuition discount extends to employees, spouses, and dependent children up to age 26 across resident instruction, World Campus, and Penn College courses. Feedback suggests this broad eligibility meaningfully enhances total rewards, especially for families.
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