A Visiting Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Alexander Price at The Wistar Institute. The Price lab investigates cellular RNA processing events hijacked by tumor-causing viruses. Example research projects include investigating how viruses regulate expression of their own genes temporally and spatially within an infected cell, and ways in which viruses evade detection by the cellular innate immune system.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. degree (or close to completion) with a preference for having at least one first author peer-reviewed publication. A strong background in molecular biology techniques is required.

Experience with either RNA sequencing, third generation long-read sequencing technologies (Oxford Nanopore), confocal microscopy, or previous experience utilizing human viruses would be highly desired. Candidates with strong interest in gene regulation, RNA biology, RNA/Protein interactions, fluorescent microscopy, sequencing technologies, and molecular virology are encouraged to apply.

In addition to the online application, interested individuals should apply by submitting all of the below items to [email protected]:

1. A CV with publication list (published and in preparation if applicable)
2. One-page cover letter detailing their scientific interest in the Price lab and outlining potential interest areas for postdoctoral research projects.
3. Names and contacts for three references

For more information on the Price Lab including a list of publications of the lab, please visit: https://wistar.org/our-scientists/alex-price

The Price Lab is located at the Wistar Institute, a world leader in early-stage discovery science in cancer, immunology, and infectious disease. The Wistar Institute is located in the University City area of Philadelphia, in the heart of the University of Pennsylvania Campus. Wistar provides resources to its faculty and staff that enable them to conduct cutting edge collaborative research and provides for outstanding intellectual environments and state-of-the-art facilities.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package.

It is the policy of the Institute to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, citizenship, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, 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.