Penn State University
Postdoctoral Scholar - Molecular and Precision Medicine
Penn State University, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033
Postdoctoral Scholar - Molecular and Precision Medicine
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Position Specifics The Grigoryev Lab at the Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania is seeking an entry-level postdoctoral scholar with extensive hands‑on experience with Cryo‑Electron Tomography (Cryo‑ET), including sample preparation (vitrification), data collection, and tomogram reconstruction. This is a term position; the 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.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Biomedical Sciences, Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, or a related field.
Experience in the structural and biochemical analysis of chromatin, including chromatin fractionation, in‑vitro reconstitution of nucleosome arrays, and proficiency in standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques.
Experience with 3D image processing and modeling software for structural analysis such as IMOD and UCSF Chimera.
Strong background in computational biology and bioinformatics, with experience applying deep‑learning or AI‑based methods for image denoising, analysis of whole‑genome sequencing (WGS) or other large‑scale sequencing data, and using bioinformatics tools and databases (e.g., ENCODE, UCSC genomic database) for epigenomic analysis.
Proficiency in mammalian cell culture techniques, including experience with adherent (e.g., HeLa, NIH/3T3) and suspension (e.g., K562) cell lines.
A current CV and cover letter must be submitted when applying.
Application Process Current Penn State employees and students should apply internally via Workday. External applicants should click Apply to complete the application process.
Benefits Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support personal and professional well‑being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
Background Checks / Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO / Disability Statement Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging.
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Position Specifics The Grigoryev Lab at the Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Molecular and Precision Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania is seeking an entry-level postdoctoral scholar with extensive hands‑on experience with Cryo‑Electron Tomography (Cryo‑ET), including sample preparation (vitrification), data collection, and tomogram reconstruction. This is a term position; the 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.
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Biomedical Sciences, Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, or a related field.
Experience in the structural and biochemical analysis of chromatin, including chromatin fractionation, in‑vitro reconstitution of nucleosome arrays, and proficiency in standard molecular biology and biochemical techniques.
Experience with 3D image processing and modeling software for structural analysis such as IMOD and UCSF Chimera.
Strong background in computational biology and bioinformatics, with experience applying deep‑learning or AI‑based methods for image denoising, analysis of whole‑genome sequencing (WGS) or other large‑scale sequencing data, and using bioinformatics tools and databases (e.g., ENCODE, UCSC genomic database) for epigenomic analysis.
Proficiency in mammalian cell culture techniques, including experience with adherent (e.g., HeLa, NIH/3T3) and suspension (e.g., K562) cell lines.
A current CV and cover letter must be submitted when applying.
Application Process Current Penn State employees and students should apply internally via Workday. External applicants should click Apply to complete the application process.
Benefits Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support personal and professional well‑being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
Background Checks / Clearances Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO / Disability Statement Penn State is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging.
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