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Penn State University · 1 month ago

Researcher/Research Scientist - Pediatric Oncology Translational Research Lab

Hershey, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Penn State University is seeking an innovative and highly motivated Researcher / Research Scientist for the Pediatric Oncology Translational Research Lab. The successful candidate will lead and conduct translational research projects, oversee laboratory operations, and contribute to research proposals and publications.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct independent and collaborative translational research projects within the Pediatric Oncology Translational Research Lab

Oversee daily lab operations, research workflows, and regulatory compliance (IACUC, IBC)

Supervise, mentor, and evaluate laboratory staff and trainees, fostering a productive and collaborative environment

Manage research resources, including budgets, equipment, and inventories, ensuring efficiency and quality control

Coordinate biological sample collection, processing, and data integration related to BCC clinical trials

Prepare and contribute to scientific manuscripts, abstracts, and grant submissions

Pursue independent research funding through internal and external grant mechanisms

Maintain compliance with institutional, federal, and sponsor regulations

Qualification

Translational researchPreclinical cancer researchGrant writingLaboratory supervisionData interpretationRegulatory complianceCollaborationMentoring

Required

Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences, Molecular Biology, Oncology, or a related field (M.D. or equivalent terminal degree considered)

Demonstrated experience in translational or preclinical cancer research

Proven ability to supervise laboratory teams and manage complex research projects

Strong record of scholarly productivity, including publications or grant submissions

Eligibility to secure independent grant funding

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

Company

Penn State University

There’s a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world’s universities.

Founded in 1855

University Park, pa, US

10001+ employees

http://psu.edu

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Hamza Jamjoom

Co-Founder - Arts & Architecture Student Council

Kara Pytko

Co-founder of Virtual Scientist Webinar Series

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