Postdoctoral Scholar - Dermatology

Postdoctoral Scholar - Dermatology page is loaded## Postdoctoral Scholar - Dermatologylocations: College of Medicinetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000075525# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .**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. Sara Stahley in The Penn State College of Medicine, Department of Dermatology, is seeking a full-time Post Doctoral Scholar to work on campus in Hershey, PA.Using the skin as a model system, research in the Stahley Lab focuses on understanding the cell-cell interactions that establish collective cell polarity. The successful applicant will be expected to employ cell and molecular biology techniques to carry out experiments investigating cell adhesion and cell polarity through in vitro and in vivo approaches. Demonstrated experience in mammalian cell culture, basic cell/molecular biology techniques and fluorescence microscopy are strongly preferred. Experience with mouse handling, tissue dissections and mouse genetics are also desirable.Responsibilities:* Independently drive assigned projects and related experiments* Seek out new resources and learn new techniques as warranted* Present scientific work at lab meetings, local seminars, and international conferences* Draft scientific manuscripts of completed work for publication* Contribute to overall lab environment and participate in lab discussions* Train new graduate students and other lab personnel* Assure research is carried out in compliance with local policies and safety guidelinesQualifications:A PhD in the Biomedical Sciences or related discipline by appointment start date **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. For more detailed information, please visit our (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our page.) **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr