Assistant Professor - Molecular and Precision Medicine
Join Penn State College of Medicine as a non-tenure track Assistant Professor in Molecular and Precision Medicine.
Best for:Best for innovative biomedical scientists with postdoctoral training and a research focus in molecular biology, precision medicine, or advanced tissue models.
Overview
The Penn State College of Medicine invites applications for a non-tenure line Assistant Professor position within the Departments of Medicine and Molecular and Precision Medicine located in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will establish and maintain an innovative, externally funded research program focusing on areas such as aging biology, infectious diseases, cancer biology, mucosal immunology, regenerative medicine, and advanced human model systems. Responsibilities include conducting impactful translational research, mentoring trainees, and contributing to the academic teaching mission. Applicants must hold a relevant doctoral degree and demonstrate a strong background in postdoctoral research and scientific publication.
What you'll do
- Establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program in molecular and precision medicine
- Conduct impactful scientific research in aging biology, infectious diseases, cancer biology, mucosal biology, or advanced human model systems
- Develop and apply cutting-edge molecular, cellular, and systems-level approaches to investigate disease mechanisms and therapeutic targets
- Collaborate actively with clinical and translational researchers to address clinically relevant problems
- Publish high-impact research findings and contribute to national scientific visibility
- Mentor graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and other trainees across interdisciplinary programs
- Contribute to the academic institution's educational and training missions
Requirements
Degree required: PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Cancer Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related discipline
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed scientific venues
- Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, or cancer biology
- Evidence of strong postdoctoral training and a robust record of high-quality publications
- Specialized research focus in aging biology, infectious diseases, cancer biology, epithelial biology, or organoid disease models
- Strong critical thinking skills, scientific rigor, and the ability to generate innovative research hypotheses
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal collaboration skills
Funding & terms
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their application online through the university portal. The application package must include a curriculum vitae, a statement of research accomplishments and future plans, and contact information for professional references.
- CV
- Research statement
- 3 reference letters
Contact
814-865-1473
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