Postdoctoral Scholar; Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Postdoctoral Scholar (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology)

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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.

Our research efforts are enhanced by:

• Techniques we have developed to co-express complexes in vivo
• Techniques to reconstitute chromatin complexes in vitro
• Excellent access to Penn State’s Titan Krios and Arctica electron microscopes both equipped with Falcon 4 detectors.

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.

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.

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Benefits
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

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