Penn State University
Par time Undergraduate Research Position
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Job Description
- Req#: REQ_0000067594
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- Test and refine hands-on exercises related to protein modeling and molecular dynamics (MD) simulations
- Help prepare materials and resources that will be used by future students in the course
- Provide feedback and contribute ideas to improve the research-based curriculum
- An undergraduate with at least one year of research experience in computational biophysics
- Practical experience with protein structure modeling and MD simulations is required
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and excited about making science more accessible to other students
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Okafor lab in the department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Pennsylvania State University seeks to hire a motivated undergraduate researcher to join our team this summer (part-time) to help develop a course-based undergraduate research experience (CURE) focused on computational biophysics. The candidate will be part of a project that helps shape how research is taught to undergraduates, while deepening your own understanding of computational biology and gaining experience in curriculum development.
Job Duties
Desired qualities in ideal candidate
Applicants should submit a CV/resume that details their research experience and coursework, including the name of a research adviser as a reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
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