Post-Doctoral Fellow - Sarma Lab

Wistar
Philadelphia, PA

A Postdoctoral Fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kavitha Sarma. The Sarma lab investigates mechanisms of gene regulation through RNA-containing chromatin using neurodifferentiation and cancer models. Candidates with strong interest in gene regulation, chromatin architecture, epigenetic mechanisms, and non-coding RNA biology are encouraged to apply. Experience in performing and analyzing data from genomic experiments such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN is required.
Candidates should have a PhD (or equivalent) degree and must have at least one first author peer reviewed publication. Interested individuals should apply by submitting:
A CV including a list of publications and manuscripts in preparation.
One-page cover letter detailing the reason for their scientific interest in the lab, and outline potential postdoctoral research projects, and career goals.
Names and contact information for at least 3 references to [email protected]
The lab is a core member of the Penn Epigenetics Institute which allows interactions and collaborations with many scientists with shared research interests.
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 details on research and a list of publications visit:

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.
Posted 2026-01-12

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