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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Post-doctoral positions in host-pathogen interactions and bacterial physiology

NIH-funded post-doctoral positions in molecular microbiology are available in laboratory of Mauricio H. Pontes at the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, in Hershey, PA. We seek motivated scientists to join a research program focused on investigating mechanisms used by symbiotic intracellular bacteria to maintain cellular homeostasis and interact with their eukaryotic host-cells.

Minimum qualifications

PhD with training in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular entomology, and/or bacteriology.

Preferred

Demonstration of scientific productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publication(s).

Responsibilities

Design and conduct rigorous and original scientific research by designing, performing and interpreting experiments.

Actively participate in the writing of research manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.

Supervise and train graduate trainees and/or technicians.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on NIH Postdoctoral Stipend levels and will vary based on levels of experience.  Entry level-post doctoral scholars have an annual salary of US $ 61,000 and benefits.

How to apply

Applications should consist of a single pdf file containing a (1) cover letter describing your research accomplishments and career goals and (2) a curriculum vitae with a list of three referees.

The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is in Hershey, South Central Pennsylvania.  While located next the state capital, Harrisburg, and historic Lancaster and Gettysburg, the area provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, while being close to major metropolitan areas such as Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington D.C.

This is a limited-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire.  

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance