、Post Doctoral Fellow positions (2) are available in the lab of Dr. Qing Chen at the Wistar Institute with a research focus on cancer metastasis, particularly in brain. The goal of the research projects is to obtain the mechanistic insights into the metastatic process in the unique brain microenvironment.

Candidates should have recently received a PhD (or equivalent) degree or be close to obtaining their doctoral degree, with a strong background in one or more of the following disciplines: cancer biology, neurobiology, small animal surgeries, and microscopy. Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, CV and a list of 3 references to: qichen@wistar.org. Applicants are also encouraged to apply online by visiting http://www.wistar.org/the-institute/employment.

The Wistar Institute is an international leader in fundamental biomedical research founded in 1892 as the nation’s first independent biomedical research center. Wistar is world-renowned for its cancer research and vaccine development. A National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center since 1972, it is Philadelphia’s only cancer center to receive a rating of Exceptional, a distinction given to only 10 of the 68 NCI-designated Cancer Centers and over 1,500 cancer centers in the United States. Located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus, the Wistar Institute provides resources to conduct cutting edge collaborative research, outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities. For more information about The Wistar Institute visit our website at www.wistar.org.

We offer an excellent benefits package.

The Wistar Institute is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. It is the policy of The Wistar Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or on the basis of genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, with respect to all terms and conditions of employment.