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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
TheLaboratory of Marina Fericin theDepartment of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (BMB)andCenter for Eukaryotic Gene Regulation (CEGR)at thePennsylvania State University(PSU University Park)is offering several positions forPostdoctoral Fellowsto 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 agerelated diseases through the lens of biomolecular phase transitions. Work ranges from studying the phase behavior ofin vitroandin vivobiomolecular 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 nextgeneration 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 atermappointment funded for one year from date of hire.
For more information please contact Marina Feric .
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