Researcher - Cell and Biological Systems

The Pennsylvania State University; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University, College of Medicine in Hershey, PA, invites applications for a Researcher position in the Dennis Laboratory. This term position focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying diabetic complications, including mTOR signaling and redox biology, with an emphasis on hypothesis-driven experiments and manuscript preparation.

Candidates should hold a PhD in Biochemistry or a related field and have significant experience in molecular biology and biochemistry, with mouse

Qualifications

• Requires a PhD in Biochemistry or related field.
• Significant experience in molecular biology and biochemistry, with mouse genetic approaches preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design hypothesis-driven experiments and execute studies.
• Prepare manuscripts detailing findings.
• Collaborate with the lab team to identify targets and signaling pathways.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Mouse genetics

Education

PhD in Biochemistry or related field

Tools

Mouse genetic techniques

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

A Researcher position in the laboratory of Dr. Michael D. Dennis within the Department of Cell and Biological Systems at Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, PA is immediately available.

The overall goal of the Dennis Laboratory is to identify the molecular mechanisms and signaling pathways that contribute to diabetic complications. The search is open to applicants in many areas of research including, but not limited to, those studying regulation of the master kinase mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), the impact of post-translational modification (i.e., phosphorylation and O-GlcNAcylation) of eukaryotic translation initiation factors (eIFs) in mediating changes in mRNA translation, and redox signaling and mitochondrial dysfunction. Results from this research project are expected to identify new targets for intervention and thus lead to the development of innovative therapies that address diabetic complications, including diabetic retinopathy. Candidates should be highly motivated and capable of designing hypothesis-based experiments, executing studies, and preparing manuscripts.

REQUIREMENTS

• Requires a PhD in Biochemistry or related field; significant experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, and mouse genetic approaches is desired.

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.

EEO STATEMENT

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