Postdoctoral Scholar (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology)
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
remote work
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 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Sep 05, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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 The Laboratory of Song Tan in the Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and the Center for Eukaryotic Gene Regulation at Penn State seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar to determine the structures of chromatin complexes using cryoelectron microscopy. We are interested in epigenetic chromatin enzymes or transcription factors in complex with their nucleosome targets. (a) Techniques we have developed to co-express complexes in vivo (b) Techniques to reconstitute chromatin complexes in vitro (c) Excellent access to Penn State's Titan Krios and Arctica electron microscopes both equipped with Falcon 4 detectors. The Center for Eukaryotic Gene Regulationis a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment which includes the groups of Drs. Jean-Paul Armache, Lu Bai, Manyu Du, Marina Feric, Scott Lindner, Manuel Llinas, Shaun Mahony, Joe Reese, Scott Showalter and Song Tan, each with research programs targeted at understanding the molecular basis for gene regulation on chromatin templates. Education and Experience A Ph.D. is required by the appointment date. Electron Microscopists, Crystallographers, Molecular Biologists and Biochemists with a Ph.D. are encouraged to apply. Prior experience with cryoelectron microscopy, macromolecular crystallography, chromatin biology or biochemistry is preferred. Preference will be given to applicants who have received their Ph.D. degree within the last three years. Applications should be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter describing research experience and interests, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. 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. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW 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. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |