Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Application Deadline: 1/31/26
The Hanzhi Luo Laboratory at the Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia is hiring highly ambitious and self-motivated Postdoctoral Fellows in Molecular Hematology. Applicants with a PhD and/or MD degree and the ability to work in a competitive environment should apply. Expertise in hematopoietic stem cell, murine hematopoietic leukemia, molecular biology, computation biology and RNA-related assays is preferred.
The Luo laboratory uses state-of-the-art technologies and collaborations with leading scientist and clinicians to address the following areas:
- Molecular basis of stem cell fate choices.
- Identification and characterization of RNA regulatory mechanisms in normal physiology and diseases.
- Molecular basis of cancer-associated RNA modifications.
Some example publications addressing these areas of interest are: Luo et al. (2023) Cell Stem Cell; Cheng et al. (2019) Cell reports; Additional details regarding the laboratory research can be found at www.luolab-fccc.com
FAQS:
- Full-time or part-time? Full time
- On-site, Hybrid, or Remote? On site
- What is the minimum experience required for this role? Molecular biology, biochemistry, first author publication.
- What is the minimum education required for this role? PhD
- How long are they expected to stay in this role? Project based
- What is the salary range? Competitive salary to Institute and NIH standards
TO APPLY
To apply for either position, email (1) CV; (2) cover letter that states research interests and goals; (3) the name of at least three references; to hanzhi.luo@fccc.edu
ABOUT THE TRAINING ENVIRONMENT
As one of the four original cancer centers to receive comprehensive designation from the National Cancer Institute, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been at the forefront of cancer research for almost 90 years. We are home to excellent research facilities, top clinicians and scientists, and outstanding patient care. Our singular focus on cancer, which couples discovery science with state of the art clinical care and population health, remains the foundation of our work.
The scientist training programs at Fox Chase Cancer Center provide professional development opportunities in four core areas identified as crucial for successful careers in science, research, and health care including communication, leadership, teaching, and mentorship. Upon joining the program, graduate students and postdocs develop individual development plans to help guide their growth. Training throughout the year is supplemented with free professional development opportunities, including a robust ‘How To’ series, writing courses, networking, mentorship, and teaching opportunities, a trainee-led seminar series, a trainee-led annual Research Conference, and more. Postdocs at Fox Chase Cancer Center are supported by the Temple University Postdoc Association and the Office of Academic Affairs at Fox Chase, and are compensated with competitive pay and benefits.
In addition to the robust training program, scientists at Fox Chase Cancer Center benefit from being part of the rich scientific and biotech environment in the Philadelphia region. Many of our former trainees are now employees (and contacts) at nearby institutions and companies, including The Wistar Institute, Merck, GSK, AACR, and numerous others.
