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Postdoctoral Scholar - iPSC and Genome Editing in Cardiovascular Disease

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Hershey
Feb 28, 2026
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. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding. POSITION SPECIFICS Position: Postdoctoral Scholar - iPSC and Genome Editing in Cardiovascular Disease Department: Department of Medicine, Penn State College of Medicine Position Summary: The Department of Medicine invites applications for a Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct research in human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) modeling and genome editing technologies to investigate genetic and epigenetic mechanisms of cardiovascular disease. This position is part of a growing effort to expand precision medicine approaches in cardiovascular research at Penn State College of Medicine. Responsibilities: The Postdoctoral Scholar will: Develop and utilize human iPSC-derived cardiomyocyte models. Apply genome-editing technologies, including CRISPR-based methods. Perform mechanistic studies integrating electrophysiology and molecular biology. Analyze and interpret complex datasets. Contribute to publications, grant applications, and collaborative research initiatives. Support the training environment within the laboratory. Qualifications PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in genetics, stem cell biology, molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or related discipline. Experience in iPSC culture and differentiation. Experience with genome editing technologies preferred. Strong record of scientific productivity. Commitment to collaborative translational research. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visit ourBenefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.) 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. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity 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. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines