Postdoctoral Scholar - Cell and Biological Systems
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, Hershey | |
 Mar 14, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: A NIH-funded Postdoctoral Scholar position is available in Dr. Shengyu Yang's lab in the Department of Cell and Biological Systems at the Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, Pennsylvania to study the role of mitochondrial calcium signaling and cysteine metabolism in cancer metastasis. Our goal is to reveal how the dysregulated mitochondrial signaling and metabolic stress in metastatic cancer cells promotes pancreatic cancer progression and metastasis. This project is built on our recent discoveries that the activation of mitochondrial calcium uniporter in pancreatic cancer cells is able to regulate cysteine metabolism to promote pancreatic cancer progression. Biochemistry, cell biology, genetically engineered mouse models and patient-derived organoids / xenografts will be employed in the study. Successful applicant will be a highly motivated individual with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in cancer biology, cancer metabolism, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology or a related field and at least 4 years of experience postdoctoral experience in related field. Experience with metabolomics, cancer metabolism, and mass spectrometry and genetically engineered mouse models will be desirable but not required. This is a limited-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance withUniversitypolices. 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. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing 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. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |