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Postdoctoral Scholar

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The laboratory of Professor Alexey Silakov in the Chemistry Department at the Pennsylvania State University seeks to fill a postdoctoral position in his Bioinorganic Chemistry and Spectroscopy research group. In this appointment, the selected candidate will report to Dr. Alexey Silakov and will be collaborating on several of the projects in his research group. The research will focus on investigating O2-tolerant [FeFe] hydrogenases and its coupling to Photosystem I. The candidate will grow organisms and isolate enzymes and proteins, prepare samples, and analyze them by spectroscopic methods. The candidate will also publish results and help write manuscripts and proposals. A strong background in anaerobic protein expression, molecular biology, and analysis of data is essential. The candidate will be responsible for laboratory maintenance and assist with purchasing.

Education and Experience:

A successful candidate will have obtained a Ph.D. degree and will show evidence of accomplishments in one or more areas of chemistry, biochemistry, or molecular biology research.

Additional Information: Interested and qualified applicants should submit applications electronically and include a CV that includes a list of publications, a cover letter describing background, prior training, and interests. Following a screening of these initial application materials, appropriate candidates will be contacted by email. They may be asked to arrange for letters of recommendation to be sent so that they might be considered further. The initial appointment is funded for one year from the date of hire with a possibility of re-funding.

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