Postdoc: Computational Proteomics & Mass Spectrometry

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s NCEMS invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational Proteomics and Mass Spectrometry. The position is based on the University Park campus, on-site only, focusing on proteomics data analysis, protein interactions, and systems‑level biology within an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a proteomics‑related field, has experience with mass spectrometry workflows and Python or R, and thrives in collaborative research.

Qualifications

• PhD in proteomics or related field.
• Strong foundation in proteomics, mass spectrometry and quantitative biology.
• Experience analyzing MS-based proteomics data and workflows.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and reproducible scientific workflows.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in computational proteomics and MS data analysis.
• Collaborate with NCEMS Working Groups on data products and tools.
• Develop computational workflows and contribute to methodological innovations.
• Publish scholarly outputs in peer‑reviewed journals.

Skills

Proteomics

Mass spectrometry

Python

R

Bioinformatics

Data analysis

Education

PhD in proteomics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Proteomics software platforms

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University’s NCEMS invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Computational Proteomics and Mass Spectrometry. The position is based on the University Park campus, on-site only, focusing on proteomics data analysis, protein interactions, and systems‑level biology within an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a proteomics‑related field, has experience with mass spectrometry workflows and Python or R, and thrives in collaborative research.