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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 laboratory of Dr. Daniel Cosgrove at The Pennsylvania State University seeks an Assistant Research Professor, to work as part of a research team focused on plant cell wall structure and action of expansins. The successful candidate will carry out team research including, but not limited to, regeneration of cell walls by Arabidopsis protoplasts, purification of nanofibrillated holocellulose from Arabidopsis leaves (wild type and cell wall mutants) and manufacture of cell wall mimics (films) based on holocellulose from various sources.

The successful applicant must have the ability to plan, execute, interpret, document, and troubleshoot independent research and to collaborate effectively with other computational and experimental members of a diverse research team. The successful candidate will excel at mentoring junior members of the lab, take charge of or contribute to the writing of manuscripts and grant proposals, and communicate their science to peers and the public through presentations, writing, and digital formats. Excellent organization and verbal and written English communication skills are required. Professional development through the acquisition of new skills will be expected.

This position requires a Ph.D. in a scientific field relevant to the proposed project. Please include a cover letter that summarizes relevant experience and reasons for interest in the job, along with a c.v. that includes contact information for two references (name, position, mailing address, telephone number, and email address). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled.

 

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 wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement