Postdoctoral Scholar - Feric Lab

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for Postdoctoral Fellows in the Laboratory of Marina Feric. The role involves researching biomolecular condensates with a focus on mitochondria in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Candidates should possess a relevant PhD and bring experience in advanced biological techniques.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have a PhD and project experience.
• Experience in protein/nucleic acid purification or mitochondrial biology is a plus.
• Advanced skills in microscopy and genetic engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate biomolecular condensate structures and functions.
• Conduct studies on cellular mechanisms related to mitochondria.
• Foster an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Skills

Protein purification

Nucleic acid purification

Mammalian cell culture

Mitochondrial biology

Genetic engineering

Next-generation sequencing

Advanced light microscopy

Biophysical modeling

Education

PhD in Cell Biology or related discipline

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Laboratory of Marina Feric (http://science.psu.edu/bmb/people/mjf6624) in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB) (http://science.psu.edu/bmb) and Center for Eukaryotic Gene Regulation (http://www.cegr.psu.edu/) (CEGR) at the Pennsylvania State University (http://psu.edu) (PSU, University Park) is offering several positions for Postdoctoral Fellows to interrogate the structure and function of biomolecular condensates, particularly pertaining to mitochondria. The Feric lab takes an interdisciplinary approach to uncover the driving forces underlying the organization of the cell, in the context of human health and age-related diseases, through the lens of biomolecular phase transitions. Work ranges from studying the phase behavior of in vitro and in vivo biomolecular condensates to the cellular mechanisms that regulate them. We will foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment and build a diverse team of biologists, chemists, physicists, and engineers.

Education and Experience

Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, Chemical and Biological Engineering or a related discipline. Prior experience with at least one area is required: protein and nucleic acid purification, mammalian cell culture, mitochondrial biology, advanced genetic engineering, next-generation sequencing & analysis, advanced light microscopy & image analysis, or biophysical modelling.

Additional Information

Interested candidates should submit 1) a cover letter describing research experience, interests, and goals, 2) a curriculum vitae (CV) containing a publication list, and 3) contact information for three references. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until positions are filled for start dates after Jan. 1st, 2023.

This is a term appointment funded for one year from date of hire.

For more information, please contact Marina Feric ([e-mail], https://marinaferic.weebly.com).

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