Postdoc fellows in cancer immunology and cardiovascular biology
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- Investigate molecular mechanisms underlying vascular control of immune cell function in cancer and ischemic heart disease
- Target myeloid cells to overcome cancer-associated immunosuppression
- Study the biology and therapeutic targeting of γδT cell and NKT cell exhaustion in cancer
- Develop and integrate advanced radiation strategies, including FLASH and SFRT, to modulate tissue immunity in tumors and normal hearts
Requirements
- PhD in Cancer Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, or a related field
- Demonstrated research productivity, including first-author primary research publications
- Strong experimental and analytical skills in molecular, cellular, or tissue biology
- Ability to independently design and execute experiments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with mouse models
- Background in metabolism and/or immunological analysis
- Experience in cancer and/or cardiovascular research workflows
- Bioinformatics skills (e.g., R, Python, or related tools)
Qualifications
- Required Qualifications
- Required Qualifications
- Required Qualifications
Skills
- Rigorously pursue scientific inquiry
- Independently design and execute experiments
- Collaborate effectively with peers and mentors
Benefits
The Fan Lab emphasizes rigorous science, intellectual independence, and strong mentorship, supporting career trajectories with a strong track record of trainees advancing to independent faculty positions.
Pay
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time, 40 hours per week.
Contact Information
To Apply, Please Submit a curriculum vitae, a cover letter describing their research experience and interests, a PDF of relevant publication(s), contact information for three references. Any questions can be directed to Dr. Yi Fan (fanyi@upenn.edu).
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.