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
The laboratories of J. Martin Bollinger, Jr., Carsten Krebs, and Amie Boal, seek to fill a postdoctoral research position in the area of dioxygen-activating metalloenzymes.
The qualified applicant will have expertise in one or more of the following areas of chemical research: synthetic chemistry, analytical chemistry, protein biochemistry, biophysical chemistry. Interest in learning physical methods of importance to bioinorganic chemistry is essential. Duties will include laboratory experimentation, involving recombinant DNA manipulations, bacterial cell growth and protein expression, protein purification, preparation of samples for spectroscopy, collection and analysis of spectral and kinetic data on enzyme reactions, general data analysis, manuscript preparation, presentations in meetings, and responsibilities related to laboratory maintenance.
Applicants must have recently received, or be scheduled to receive, a Ph.D. in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Chemistry or Physics by the time employment starts. The individual should be self-motivated and is expected to lead the projects, as well as contribute to collaborative research efforts. Interested and qualified applicants must submit applications electronically to include a cover letter describing your research background to include prior training, and research interests, as well as a CV.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Following a screening of initial application materials, candidates will be contacted by email asking for letters of reference to be sent.
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. 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.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.
