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A Postdoctoral Scholar is available at The Pennsylvania State University to study plant signaling and development under the supervision of Professor Sarah M. (Sally) Assmann (Department of Biology). Our research employs Arabidopsis and rice to study plant responses to stresses associated with climate change, at levels ranging from molecular biology to whole plant development and physiology, to studies of functional impacts of natural genetic variation in populations.Education and Experience:
A Ph.D., strong skills in developmental biology, and experience in molecular biology are required, as demonstrated in peer-reviewed research publications or available manuscripts.Additional Information: This is a term appointment funded for one year from date of hire, with excellent possibility of continuation. Applications must be submitted electronically as a single PDF that contains: (1) Cover Letter; (2) Statement of Research Skills and Interests; (3) Curriculum Vitae; (4) Names and Contact Information for two references.Please email Professor Sarah Assmann at sma3@psu.edu with any questions or for further information. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.The Pennsylvania State University is located in central Pennsylvania. The region enjoys the advantages of an active mid-sized college town, and has outdoor activities including hiking, mountain and road biking, skiing, and fly fishing within minutes of campus. Penn State is also 3-4 hours from major metropolitan areas including Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York City. Additional information can be found at the Penn State Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (https://www.research.psu.edu/opa).The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.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 here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster
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