Postdoctoral Scholar

Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Postdoctoral positions funded by the NIH and MSU Research Foundation are open in the laboratory of Dr. Dohun Pyeon at Michigan State University. Our research group is uniquely positioned to carry out basic and translational cancer research by integrating patient specimens, unique mouse models, in vitro cell culture systems, recombinant virus production, genome-wide CRISPR, small-molecule screens, and single-cell analyses.

Successful candidates will lead projects to define the mechanisms of virus-driven cancer immune evasion and to develop novel cancer immunotherapy targeting newly discovered immune regulators. These positions are supported for first-year postdoctoral scholars who are committed to building an independent research program through NIH career development (K) awards, and applicants must therefore be within the first year of postdoctoral training at the time of appointment.

Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a related field and have lead-author publications in top-tier journals, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently within a research team. Expertise in cancer immunology, drug development, and/or mouse models is highly desirable. We provide a competitive salary at the NIH postdoctoral stipend level, excellent benefits, and one-on-one mentoring toward K award submission and a successful independent research career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Terminal degree in cancer immunology or a closely related field.

Minimum requirements include a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a related field, no more than one year of prior postdoctoral training at the time of appointment, and at least one lead-author publication in a top-tier research journal.

Desired qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to building an independent research program through NIH career development (K) awards, expertise in cancer immunology, drug development, and/or mouse models, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently within a research team.

Required application materials include a cover letter, CV, and the contact information of three referees.

Review of applications begins on 08/01/2026.

Some duties may include the following exposure to health risks: exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other body fluids; and work with animals or unfixed animal tissue.