Postdoctoral Scholar Researcher
About The Position
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. 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. This position will be located at Penn State in University Park, Pennsylvania. It is full-time in person (no remote work).
Requirements
- Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field
- Evidence that all requirements have been met for completion of the Ph.D. prior to the effective date of hire
- 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
- Artificial vector infections with pathogens
- Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with mosquitoes
Responsibilities
- Designing experiments
- Laboratory research
- Writing proposals and publications
- Training graduate students, undergraduate students, and technical staff
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
