"Post-Doctoral Fellow - Liang Lab"

Job Details

Join the laboratory of Dr. Chengyu Liang at The Wistar Institute, the first NCI-designated basic cancer center. We are recruiting highly motivated Post-Doctoral Fellow to tackle fundamental questions at the intersection of cancer biology and viral infectious disease.

Research in the Liang Lab focuses on uncovering the fundamental principles of cellular processes that drive cancer development and viral infectious diseases. Our long-term goal is to translate mechanistic discoveries into therapeutic strategies for cancers of unmet clinical need.

This position will be primarily focused on herpesvirology, investigating the molecular mechanisms of herpesvirus–host interactions and their roles in pathogenesis and oncogenesis. The successful candidate will use molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and virology approaches to elucidate virus–host interplay and discover potential therapeutic targets.

What You Will Do

• Lead an independent project within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
• Design and execute rigorous experiments; analyze, interpret, and present findings under supervision.
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.

Why Join Our Team

• Work at a renowned NCI-designated cancer research institute with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Direct mentorship from Dr. Liang and collaborative ties across Wistar and partner institutions in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and scientific rigor.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and aligned with NIH guidance.
• A comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

Please submit:

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Contact information for three references
3. A short cover letter describing your research interests and fit (optional).

The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources for cutting edge collaborative research and provides for outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities. The Wistar Institute is a world leader in early-stage discovery science in the areas of cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. The Institute is committed to accelerating research advances from bench to bedside through brilliant science and distinctive approaches to collaboration among scientific investigators and academic and industry partners. Wistar’s single-minded focus is on making discoveries that will change the future of human health.

For more information about The Wistar Institute visit our website at www.wistar.org.