Postdoctoral Scholar Researcher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, Texas, is hiring multiple Postdoctoral Scholars focused on arthropod molecular biology projects. Candidates should have experience in techniques like CRISPR, cloning, and bioinformatics, ensuring a dynamic research environment.

This full-time position emphasizes collaboration and independence in research. Competitive benefits are provided for full-time employees, enhancing both personal and professional well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate field.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques is essential.
• Ability to work independently and in a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects on arthropod molecular biology.
• Design and conduct laboratory experiments.
• Write proposals and publications.

Skills

Cloning

CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing

PCR/qPCR

Protein expression and purification

Bioinformatics

Experience with BSL2 and BSL3-level pathogens

Experience working with mosquitoes

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Job description

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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 Rasgon lab at The Pennsylvania State University is hiring multiple Postdoctoral Scholars to join our lab to work on a variety of projects related to the molecular biology of arthropods. Successful candidates will contribute to projects developing novel methods for transgenic manipulation of arthropods, developing novel gene transduction technologies for basic and applied goals, and developing model systems to study the evolutions and mechanisms of arthropod symbiosis.

Candidates must have experience in one or more of the following areas, including but not limited to cloning, construct design, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, PCR/qPCR, protein expression and purification using bacterial or yeast systems, protein techniques, receptor-ligand interactions, bioinformatics, virology, work with BSL2 and BSL3-level pathogens, and artificial vector infections with pathogens. Experience working with mosquitoes is preferred but not required.

Candidates will also be responsible for designing experiments, laboratory research, writing proposals and publications, training graduate students, undergraduate students, and technical staff. Candidates must be able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field and be able to provide evidence that all requirements have been met for completion of the Ph.D. prior to the effective date of hire.

Application Materials

Interested candidates must submit an online application at Penn State’s Job Posting Board, and should upload the following application materials electronically: CV and a list of three references with contact information.

Location

This position will be located at Penn State in University Park, Pennsylvania. It is full-time in person (no remote work).

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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