Postdoc: Metabolomics & Microbial Enzymology

Postdoctoral Researcher - Metabolomics, Microbial Metabolism, and Enzymology

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Mohanty Lab at Penn State (University Park campus) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a highly interdisciplinary research program focused on decoding host-microbiome chemical communication using mass spectrometry, data science, and experimental biochemistry.

Research Focus
The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to projects spanning:
Untargeted and targeted LC-MS/MS based metabolomics
Repository-scale metabolomics mining (GNPS/MassIVE, Metabo Lights, Metabolomics Workbench)
Discovery and characterization of microbial and host-derived metabolites
Enzymology and biochemical characterization of metabolite-modifying enzymes
Integration of metabolomics with microbial, dietary, drug, and aging-related phenotypes

Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, or a related field
Demonstrated research experience in at least one of the following areas:
Mass spectrometry-based metabolomics or proteomics
Enzyme biochemistry or mechanistic enzymology
Microbial metabolism or molecular biology
Computational analysis of high-dimensional biological data

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with LC-MS/MS data analysis (GNPS, MZmine, SIRIUS, or related tools)

Experience with enzyme expression, purification, or biochemical assays
Familiarity with R or Python for data analysis
Interest in interdisciplinary research bridging computation and experimentation
Environment & Mentorship

The Mohanty Lab provides a collaborative, supportive environment with strong mentorship, opportunities for independent project development, conference travel, and career development toward academic, industry, or data science careers.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a single PDF containing:
Cover letter describing research interests and fit Curriculum Vitae Brief research summary (1-2 pages)
Contact information for three referees
Positions have flexible start dates, beginning as early as April 2026

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.

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Note:

For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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