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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Membrane Structural Biophysics at The Pennsylvania State University
The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Cellular and Molecular Physiology and the
laboratory of Dr. Kenneth Lee, in Hershey, PA is seeking applications for a new NIH-funded Researcher position to study mechanisms and regulation of membrane transport at structural and functional levels.
Ion channels, transporters and receptors connected to neurological disorders, metabolic diseases and cancer are principal areas of focus. We apply interdisciplinary approaches to investigate their structure, dynamics and function in situ and in vitro.
We are looking for driven and responsible individuals with a doctorate degree in biochemistry, biophysics, neuroscience, molecular genetics, cell biology, chemistry or related fields. A track-record of productivity is required. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, a broad curiosity and a passion for discovery. Expertise in membrane protein biochemistry, cell imaging, electrophysiology, single molecule biophysics, molecular dynamics, cryo-EM/ET or X-ray crystallography will be a plus but not required.
The Researcher will conduct research under the general guidance of the principal investigator and exhibits the ability to plan and implement experiments and analyze their results. They will perform a variety of routine experimental techniques in molecular biology, cell biology and/or biochemistry. They must be willing to respond promptly and accurately to inquiries, and requests for information and coordinates appropriate follow up. Work week may occasionally exceed 40 hours. Must be flexible and able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
Successful candidates will be immersed in a friendly and inclusive training environment with a diverse and vibrant community of scientists and health professionals. The lab enjoys routine on-site access to superb resources including a newly established state-of-the-art cryo-EM facility housing a 300 kV Titan Krios G3i cryo-TEM equipped with a Volta phase plate, Gatan BioQuantum energy filter and K3 direct electron detector.
For an example of our recent work see Tillinghast et al, Molecular Cell 2021. Visit our website at https://sites.psu.edu/transport to learn more about us. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV and contact information of three references to Dr. Kenneth Lee (kennethlee@psu.edu).
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