Postdoctoral Scholar - Cell and Biological Systems job opportunity at Pennsylvania State University.



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Pennsylvania State University Postdoctoral Scholar - Cell and Biological Systems
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loacation College of Medicine, United States Of America
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .   Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see  Notice to Out of State Applicants . 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.   POSITION SPECIFICS Postdoctoral Scholar – Structural Virology The Department of Cell and Biological Systems at Penn State University College of Medicine (Hershey, PA) invites applications for a full-time, NIH-funded Postdoctoral Scholar position in structural virology. This position offers an exciting opportunity to investigate the structural biology of Hepatitis B virus (HBV) in mammalian cells using state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy–based approaches. More information about the laboratory can be found at:  https://www.cryo-em.psu.edu/ . The postdoctoral scholar will contribute to ongoing projects to define structural and mechanistic changes in HBV during its replication cycle. Depending on background and expertise, the position is suitable for candidates with a strength in  molecular virology/HBV biology  or in  cryo-electron microscopy and cellular imaging , with complementary training provided. Two candidate profiles are particularly encouraged: HBV / Molecular Virology: Candidates with strong expertise in HBV biology, mammalian cell culture, and molecular virology techniques, including virus production, purification, and biochemical characterization. Training in cryo-EM and structural analysis will be provided. Cryo-EM / Cellular Imaging: Candidates with hands-on experience in cryo-electron microscopy–based methods, including high-resolution single-particle reconstruction and/or cryo-electron tomography with FIB-SEM. Training in HBV biology, cell culture, and virological techniques will be provided. Required Qualifications: PhD (or equivalent doctoral degree) in structural virology, virology, structural biology, biophysics, cell biology, or a closely related field by the time of appointment Strong motivation, independence, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment Strong written and verbal communication skills and interest in mentoring trainees This position provides extensive opportunities for advanced technical training, interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship of graduate students, and career development in a highly supportive research environment. This is a limited term appointment funded for one year from date of hire.   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. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral 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. 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