Postdoctoral Scholar - Orthopedics

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Postdoctoral benefits page access

Job summary

Penn State University, through the Kamal laboratory in the Center of Orthopedic Research and Translational Science, seeks a postdoctoral researcher to study osteoarthritis using genetic mouse models and cell culture systems. The role involves hands-on work with small animals, molecular biology, histology, and related procedures.

Strong emphasis on experimental design, data analysis, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team at Penn State Hershey Medical Center.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD in biology, cell signaling, pharmaceutical sciences, medical sciences, or related field.
• ABD status must be verifiable by the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory work using genetic mouse models and primary cell cultures to study osteoarthritis.
• Conduct basic molecular biology, histology, and immunohistochemistry experiments.
• Handle small animals for surgeries and dissections as required.

Skills

Small animal handling

Surgical skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Histology & IHC

Education

PhD or MD in biology/related

ABD status by start date

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

This is a postdoctoral position with the Kamal laboratory in the Center of Orthopedic Research and Translational Science at the Department of Orthopedics, Penn State Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA. The job consists of laboratory work using complex genetic mouse models and primary cell culture systems to understand the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis disease development and progression. This position requires experience with basic small animal handling, surgeries, and dissection, basic molecular biology techniques (PCR, western blotting), basic cell culture skills, and basic histology and immunohistochemistry skills.

Requirements

• Experience in the techniques mentioned above.

Education Requirements

• A PhD or MD in (biology, cell signaling, pharmaceutical sciences, medical sciences) or related discipline by appointment start date


• Must provide proof of having ABD status for a PhD in (biology, cell signaling, pharmaceutical sciences, medical sciences ) or a related discipline by the time of hire.

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 well-being.


• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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