Assistant Professor - Pediatrics

Assistant Professor – Translational Research and Developmental Therapeutics

The Four Diamond Childhood Cancer Research Center at Penn State University College of Medicine (Hershey, PA) seeks an Assistant Professor specializing in epigenetics and 3D chromatin organization. The successful candidate will investigate the molecular mechanisms regulating malignant transformation and cellular proliferation in leukemia, and develop novel pediatric malignancy treatments.

• Perform complex experiments to analyze epigenomic regulation of gene expression and 3D chromatin organization in normal and malignant cells.
• Use high‑throughput techniques such as ChIP‑seq, CUT&RUN, CUT&Tag, RNA‑seq, ATAC‑seq, GRO‑seq, Hi‑C, Hi‑ChIP, and 3‑C/4‑C.
• Design, execute, and interpret experiments, publish findings, and propose future research directions.

• Ph.D. in a relevant field;
  Ph.D. must be in hand by start date.
• Hands‑on experience with at least several of the above genomic techniques.
• Strong, independent research record and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines and secure research funding.

To apply, submit a current curriculum vitae, publication list, and names of three references to sdovat.edu. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Employment will be on a yearly renewable basis, with salary established per institutional guidelines. The position is supported by R01 grant, childhood cancer research foundation grants, and the Four Diamonds Endowment.

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