Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term East Lansing, Michigan, United States Microbiology, Genetics, Immunology Chm 10022586 Area of Interest: Research/Scientific Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Fixed Term Academic Staff Union/Non-Union: Non-Union Faculty/Academic Staff Opening on: Jul 20 2026 Closing at: Jun 20 2028 - 16:45 EDT Salary Commensurate with Experience College Of Human Medicine 1148598 Position
Summary Postdoctoral positions funded by the NIH and MSU Research Foundation are open in the laboratory of Dr. Dohun Pyeon (http://www.pyeonlab.org/) at Michigan State University. Our research group is uniquely positioned to carry out basic and translational cancer research by integrating patient specimens, unique mouse models, in vitro cell culture systems, recombinant virus production, genome-wide CRISPR,
small-molecule screens, and single-cell analyses. Successful candidates will lead projects to define the mechanisms of virus-driven cancer immune evasion and to develop novel cancer immunotherapy targeting newly discovered immune regulators. These positions are supported for first-year postdoctoral scholars who are committed to building an independent research program through NIH career development (K) awards, and
applicants must therefore be within the first year of postdoctoral training at the time of appointment. Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a related field and have lead-author publications in top-tier journals, excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently within a research team. Expertise in cancer immunology, drug development, and/or mouse models is highly
desirable. We provide a competitive salary at the NIH postdoctoral stipend level, excellent benefits, and one-on-one mentoring toward K award submission and a successful independent research career. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship,
age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Terminal -Cancer immunology or a closely related field. Minimum Requirements A recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. in a related field, no more than one year of prior postdoctoral training at the time of appointment, and at least one lead-author publication in a top-tier research journal. Desired Qualifications A demonstrated commitment to building an independent
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