Assistant Research Professor - Lasky Lab

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University Park seeks an Assistant Research Professor in the Lasky Lab to advance climate adaptation genomics in plants. You will plan, execute, and interpret independent research within a collaborative team.

The successful candidate will generate data, contribute to publications and presentations, and mentor students as needed. This is a term position; duration will be discussed during the interview process. Remot e or hybrid work is not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• PhD in evolutionary genetics, quantitative genomics, or related field.
• Ability to plan, execute, interpret, document, and troubleshoot independent research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct genomics analyses and computational experiments.
• Collaborate effectively with a research team.

Skills

Genomics analysis

Evolutionary biology

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Doctoral degree in evolutionary genetics or quantitative genomics

Job description

Assistant Research Professor - Lasky Lab### Assistant Research Professor - Lasky LabApply: Penn State University Park: Full time: Posted Today: REQ\\_0000082373# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.**This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. **POSITION SPECIFICS**The laboratory of Dr. Jesse Lasky seeks an **Assistant Research Professor** to work as part of a research team focused on environmental adaptation in plants. The position will focus on research on climate adaptation genomics and predictions of plant adaptation under climate change. The successful applicant must have the ability to plan, execute, interpret, document, and troubleshoot multi-faceted independent research and to collaborate effectively with members of a research team. The successful candidate will excel in genomics analysis and evolutionary biology. Excellent organizational, presentation, scheduling, and verbal communication skills are required. Professional development through the acquisition of new skills will be expected.**Education and Experience:**A successful candidate should possess at least a doctoral degree or equivalent in an academic field related to the research, including evolutionary genetics and quantitative genomics.**Additional Information:**Applications must be submitted electronically. A complete application should include in a single PDF containing the following materials:(i) a cover letter summarizing relevant experience and reasons for interest in the job (ii) a CV that includes contact information for at least three references (name, position, telephone number, and e-mail address) and (iii) full length and first-authored documents of research spanning papers, reports, posters, and presentations **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **BENEFITS**Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.) **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.