Postdoctoral Scholar - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Du lab at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Position to investigate the behavior of individual molecules and bio-molecular condensates in living cells. The position is open immediately and initially funded for two years.

YOUR TASKS

• Investigate the behavior of individual molecules and bio-molecular condensates in living cells.
• Use and develop the imaging and computational methods to visualize dynamic molecule clusters during gene expression.
• Study the formation and function of these assemblies in gene regulation.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Independent, creative, and highly motivated post-doctoral scientists.
• Background in molecular biophysics, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Prior experience in studying bio-molecular condensates using a combination of biochemistry, fluorescence, and quantitative modeling methods.
• Prior experience in single-molecule imaging and DNA/RNA imaging in live mammalian cells.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and possess good communication skills.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Please apply with your complete application documents (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae) including a statement of research interests via our Workday portal by June 1st, 2025. At the same time, please ask three of your referees to send recommendation letters to mxd451@psu.edu. This is a term appointment initially funded for two years from date of hire with possibility of refunding.

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