Assistant Research Professor
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Mar 06, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Department of Entomology at Penn State seeks to hire a non-tenure line, research faculty position with a focus on the feeding biology of sap-feeding (Hemipteran) insects and their role in causing plant damage and potential disease transmission. A successful candidate will be expected to conduct empirical research focused on the feeding biology of sap-feeding insects, specifically to characterize patterns of feeding behavior internal to plant tissues, as well as to characterize the tissue-level and systemic impacts of feeding behavior on plant health. The successful candidate is expected to bring advanced expertise in techniques for studying feeding behavior, such as electropenetrography (EPG); expertise in techniques of micro-dissection, tissue-fixation, and histology for examination of insect internal morphology underlying feeding behavior and plant pathogen acquisition; and micro-dissection, tissue fixation, and histological examination of plant tissue exhibiting impacts of insect feeding. The successful candidate is expected to bring experience in advanced microscopy imaging to document insect feeding anatomy and impacts of feeding on plant tissues, such as light microscopy, scanning-electron microscopy, confocal laser scanning microscopy and/or other advanced imaging techniques. Applicants with expertise in invasive insects and/or vectors of plant diseases known to impact specialty crops of concern in Pennsylvania and the US, including spotted lanternfly, are especially welcome. The successful candidate must have completed all degree requirements for a PhD by the appointment date. Applicants should provide evidence, either woven through their application materials or as a separate diversity statement, of a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, inclusive excellence, and belonging and of engagement that creates an inclusive environment in their classroom, Department, and the University. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belongingthat supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages theeducational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of thecommunity thrive.We value belonging as a core strength and anessential element of the university's teaching, research, and servicemission. 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 | |