molecular oncology PhD positions, programs, scholarships and fellowships

This PhD position at Karolinska Institutet focuses on developing new treatment strategies to prevent bone growth impairment and osteoporosis in survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. You will investigate how leukemia and glucocorticoid therapy affect bone health, and explore cytoprotective approaches to rescue bone mineral density. Working under Professor Lars Sävendahl with co‑supervisors Frida Holm and Farasat Zaman, you will gain expertise in cell biology, molecular techniques, and preclinical models, contributing to translational research that could improve long‑term survivorship care.

This PhD position at Karolinska Institutet focuses on developing new treatment strategies to prevent growth retardation and osteoporosis in survivors of childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The project investigates how leukemia and glucocorticoid therapy impair bone health, aiming to identify cytoprotective approaches that rescue bone mineral density and growth. Successful candidates will work within the Bone and Growth Plate Research Group, gaining access to advanced facilities such as cell culture, animal models, confocal microscopy, and single‑cell sequencing. The role offers a contractual doctoral studentship, supervision by Professor Lars Sävendahl and co‑supervisors Dr. Frida Holm and Dr. Farasat Zaman, and opportunities for international collaboration.

The Troester Lab at UNC-Chapel Hill seeks a postdoctoral researcher to lead molecular epidemiology and breast cancer research using data from the Carolina Breast Cancer Study. The position focuses on identifying genetic and environmental risk factors for breast cancer and benign breast disease in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

A postdoctoral position at Rutgers University's New Jersey Medical School investigating host-pathogen and host-microbiome interactions in metabolic, autoimmune, and oncologic diseases using molecular biology, cell signaling, immunology, and multi-omics approaches.

This post-doctoral assistant position at Ghent University’s Department of Human Structure and Repair focuses on Tumor Immunology and Cell Death within the Cell Death Investigation and Therapy (CDIT) research group. The successful candidate will devote at least 70% of time to independent research, supervise Master’s and PhD students, coordinate the CDIT laboratory, manage ongoing projects, and seek external funding. The role also includes teaching at Master’s level and supporting the Experimental Cancer Research group. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant biomedical field and demonstrate expertise in preclinical photodynamic therapy and anticancer vaccines.

The PhD position focuses on investigating how mutagenic chemotherapy contributes to treatment resistance in cancer. The project is based at the Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum (DKFZ) in collaboration with the LMU Klinikum Munich, part of the DKTK partner site. The successful candidate will employ molecular biology, genomics, and functional assays to elucidate mechanisms by which chemotherapy-induced mutagenesis drives tumor evolution and therapy failure. The work aims to identify novel biomarkers and therapeutic strategies to overcome resistance, contributing to personalized oncology approaches.

Baylor College of Medicine’s Department of Molecular and Cell Biology seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to work in Dr. Putluri’s laboratory on translational cancer research. The role combines cancer biology experiments with bioinformatics analysis of multi-omics datasets, including RNA-seq, proteomics, metabolomics, and single-cell sequencing. The candidate will investigate tumor cell signaling, metabolic reprogramming, immuno-oncology, and therapeutic target identification using cutting‑edge models such as patient‑derived xenografts, 3D organoids, and CRISPR‑edited cell lines. This position offers training in advanced molecular assays, in vivo tumor models, and data integration techniques, preparing the fellow for an independent career in cancer research.

This PhD position at the Netherlands Cancer Institute focuses on discovering tumor antigens and tumor‑reactive T‑cell receptors in renal cell carcinoma using the institute’s high‑throughput functional screening platform and single‑cell RNA sequencing. The candidate will work with patient samples from the NESCIO neoadjuvant clinical trial, generate TCR and antigen libraries, perform functional drop‑out screens, isolate tumor‑infiltrating lymphocytes, and evaluate their therapeutic potential. The project integrates translational immunology, bioinformatics, and clinical collaboration to advance personalized cancer vaccines and T‑cell‑based therapies.

The CRI Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship supports early-career scientists conducting fundamental or tumor immunology research in nonprofit institutions worldwide. The three-year fellowship includes a tiered stipend and institutional allowance.

The Postdoctoral Associate position at Baylor College of Medicine focuses on collaborative research in thrombosis and inflammation. The role involves conducting advanced research experiments, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts under mentorship from the Center for Translational Research on Inflammatory Diseases.