Research Instructor - Full-Time (Scharer Lab)

Role summary

Research Instructor - Full-Time (Scharer Lab) is a role at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-13. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Research Instructor - Full-Time (Scharer Lab)

Company

University of Pittsburgh

Location

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Healthcare Support

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-13

Job description

Research Instructor Position

Department of Pharmacology and Chemical Biology

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

A Research Instructor position in the Department of Pharmacology and Chemical Biology at the University of Pittsburgh is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Orlando Schärer. This is an Appointment Stream position. Research is focused on the interplay of DNA repair pathways and anticancer therapies. The aim is to investigate the mechanisms of action of the antitumor agents trabectedin and lurbinectedin in sarcoma, small cell lung cancer and additional cancer types with dysregulated transcription. The project involves biochemical, cell biological and genomic studies of the mechanism of how anticancer agents target specific tumor types. The long-term goal is to leverage mechanistic insights to improve anticancer therapies.

The candidate is expected to have conducted several years of postdoctoral research, experience in studying genome maintenance pathways, and excellent written and oral communication skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply for the position, qualified candidates with a PhD in biochemistry, genetics, cell biology, or of a related discipline are invited to complete an application in Talent Center at https://www.join.pitt.edu/#26004413 . The University of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer.