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美国宾夕法尼亚州立大学昆虫系Zhu实验室招聘博士后

Postdoctoral Scholar

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago

Location: State College, PENNSYLVANIA

Job Type: Full Time

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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 Zhu lab at the Department of Entomology, The Pennsylvania State University, has a Postdoctoral Scholar position is available immediately. Join our dynamic and collaborative research team as a Postdoctoral Scholar in our interdisciplinary research environment to investigate mechanisms of chemical adaptation in pests and pollinators. We are seeking a motivated individual with good communication and written skills, a passion for learning, and the ability to solve problems independently in a diverse scientific landscape. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research projects and drive innovation in your field.

Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Toxicology, Physiology, or related discipline(s) completed by start date.

2. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.

3. Strong ability to learn and adapt to new concepts, methodologies, and techniques quickly.

4. Demonstrated ability to solve problems with little direct supervision, showing initiative and good judgment in complex research scenarios.

5. Experience working in an interdisciplinary research environment is preferred but not required.

6. Proven track record of research productivity, including publications in peer-reviewed journals.

7. Ability to work collaboratively with team members from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.

8. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

Conduct independent research projects within the scope of the lab's interdisciplinary research goals. Collaborate with team members to design and implement experiments, analyze data, and interpret results. Communicate research findings through presentations at conferences and writing manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Contribute to the development of grant proposals and assist with securing funding for ongoing research projects. Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the lab. Participate in lab meetings, seminars, and other scientific events to foster intellectual exchange and collaboration.

To Apply:

Apply online at https://hr.psu.edu/careers . Please submit 1) your CV, 2) a letter of application (describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position with career goals), 3) the names and contact information of 3 references. Questions can be directed to: Fang (Rose) Zhu, Email:  fuz59@psu.edu

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 Benefits Page.

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