Research Associate at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Research Associate






Location: Philadelphia, PA

Open Date: Nov 22, 2021

Deadline: Nov 22, 2023 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time



The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for a Research Associate position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM), which will include working knowledge of sample preparation, data collection and processing and 3-D particle cryo-EM reconstruction. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.


Responsibilities may include using state-of-the-art cryo-EM technology to determine 3-D structures of macromolecular complexes of biomedical importance and advising and/or collaborating with graduate students and postdocs working on cryo-EM projects.


The successful applicant will have an opportunity to use state-of-the-art cryo-EM technology to determine 3-D structures of macromolecular complexes of biomedical importance and mentor graduate students and postdocs working on cryo-EM projects.


The successful applicant will have an opportunity to further develop critical thinking skills, familiarize with related literature and prepare manuscripts and grant preparations, and present research findings in national and international meetings.


We seek candidates who embrace and reflect diversity in the broadest sense. The University of Pennsylvania is an EOE. Minorities/women/individuals with disabilities/protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Executive Director of the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs, University of Pennsylvania, 421 Franklin Building, 3451 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6205; or (215) 898-6993 (Voice) or (215) 898-7803 (TDD).

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