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University of Pennsylvania

Postdoctoral Scholar in Liquid Biopsies and Cancer Biology

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A Biology Professor teaches foundational biology ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, lab experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the biology curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field.

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Postdoctoral Scholar in
Liquid Biopsies and Cancer Biology Location:
University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Open Date:
Feb 17, 2026
Deadline:
Faculty Mentor:
Shervin Tabrizi, MD Department:
Radiation Oncology Funding Source :
PI funds
Number of Positions:
2 Open to applications from U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. The Tabrizi Lab at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine is seeking outstanding and highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholars to join our group. We are a basic and translational laboratory focused on leveraging liquid biopsies, including cell-free DNA, for diagnostic and therapeutic applications in cancer. Postdoctoral Scholars will lead projects focused on studying the biology of extracellular nucleic acids, their modulation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, and application of such technologies in important clinical challenges such as tracking normal tissue toxicity and tumor response during cancer therapy. They will have the opportunity to present their work broadly at national and international meetings and publish their discoveries in peer-reviewed journals. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to exciting cutting-edge research with broad translational and clinical applications, within a highly multidisciplinary and scientifically rich environment spanning the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, Department of Radiation Oncology, and the Abramson Family Cancer Research Institute. Qualifications PhD, MD or MD/PhD Background in molecular biology, genomics, cancer biology, and/or bioengineering Previous experience in immunology and with mouse models preferred but not required Strong track record of productivity Excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and leadership skills Application Instructions To apply, please provide the following through Interfolio using the link below: Curriculum vitae Cover letter summarizing research experiences and career goals Contact information for three references Please direct any questions to Dr. Shervin Tabrizi (shervin.tabrizi@pennmedicine.upenn.edu) To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/181862 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. jeid-07b9ebc1483e8847b5901b8f33b9d0df