Research Associate at InsideHigherEd

Research AssociateLocation: Philadelphia, PAOpen Date: Feb 27, 2024Deadline: Feb 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern TimeThe 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 Purified TDP-43 biochemistry, reconstitution of TDP-43 phase separation, expertise in c9DPRs, therapeutic oligonucleotides, and disaggregases. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree. Responsibilities may include driving a project concerning TDP-43 biochemistry, reconstitution of TDP-43 phase separation, determining effects of c9DPRs, therapeutic oligonucleotides, and disaggregases on TDP-43 aggregation and phase separation.The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop collaborative and independent research programs, co-supervision of postdoctoral fellows, students, and research staff, coordinating NIH-funded grant efforts with local, national, and international collaborators, and participation in writing grants, reports, and manuscripts.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. QualificationsApplication InstructionsTo apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/141456Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2e0d8fd7d8d6e44ca5c6a71c2ddaa820