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Penn State University Talent Acquisition Postdoctoral Scholar - Neural & Behavioral Sciences in Hershey, Pennsylvania

Reference #: REQ_0000059226 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: A Postdoctoral Scholar position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Andras Hajnal in the Neural and Behavioral Sciences Department at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey PA. We are seeking a scholar at all levels with research interests in the neural and hormonal mechanisms of gut-brain communication, as well as brain circuits that modulate taste and reward functions, stress vulnerability, obesity, and substance use.

The scholar will work on a funded project investigating the effects of bariatric surgery and gastrointestinal manipulations on neural, hormonal, and behavioral improvements in a rat model of spinal cord injury. The successful applicant should have experience and skills in behavioral, molecular, pharmacological, and electrophysiological techniques, as well as expertise in cranial and abdominal surgeries in rodents.

The primary responsibilities of this role include designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and preparing manuscripts for publication. Additional duties involve serving as a liaison with Core Services, collaborating with internal and external partners, and assisting with the training and mentoring of technicians and graduate students in the lab.

Required qualifications: PhD or equivalent degree in biology, molecular biology, neuroscience, pharmacology, bio-medical sciences, or related any discipline at time of hire. Proficiency in English is required. To Apply: Please complete your online application and attach the following support documentation as separate attachments. Updated CV, brief cover letter indicating prior research experience and career goals and list of relevant publications in addition to the names of 2 references.

This is a limited term position for one year from hire date with possibility of refunding.

Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with university polices.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion inall ofits forms.We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence 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 inclusive excellence 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.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to provi ing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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