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Postdoctoral Scholar in Gut Microbiome, Multi-omics, and AI/ML at Penn State Penn State University in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Immunology
Funding
Full-time term postdoctoral position at Penn State. Continuation beyond the initial term depends on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. Penn State states that it provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including postdoctoral benefits.
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United States
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Penn State Universit
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Penn State University Park is advertising a Postdoctoral Scholar position in the Bisanz Lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The project focuses on how the human gut microbiome shapes health and disease, with research spanning multi-omics, artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), synthetic microbial communities, and gnotobiotic animal models. The lab is especially interested in how microbes interact with dietary components, including xenobiotics, to influence infectious and chronic diseases.
The postdoc will design and lead research projects, develop experimental and/or computational methods, analyze and interpret data, prepare manuscripts, present at scientific meetings, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to mentoring and an inclusive lab environment.
Applicants must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree by the start date. Relevant training is expected in microbiology, microbial ecology, immunology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, or a related field. The posting says it is intended for scientists who have recently completed or are completing doctoral training.
This is a full-time term position. Continuation beyond the initial term depends on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. Penn State notes a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including postdoctoral benefits.
To apply, submit a CV, cover letter describing relevant experience, research interests, and contribution to collaborative/inclusive culture, contact information for 2–3 references including your PhD advisor, and a first-author research manuscript. Current Penn State employees and students must apply internally through Workday; external applicants should use the online application process. The review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Funding details
Full-time term postdoctoral position at Penn State. Continuation beyond the initial term depends on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. Penn State states that it provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including postdoctoral benefits.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree by the start date. Relevant training is required in microbiology, microbial ecology, immunology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, or a related field. The position is intended for scientists who have recently completed or are completing doctoral training.
How to apply
Prepare a CV, cover letter, contact information for two to three references including your PhD advisor, and a first-author research manuscript. Apply through the Penn State Workday application process for external applicants; current Penn State employees or students must apply internally through Workday. Indicate your anticipated availability in the cover letter.
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