Postdoctoral Researcher in Thermal Physiology

1 week ago


Palo Alto, California, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Description and Position Requirements

Postdoctoral Scholar in Thermal Physiology

The Kenney Lab in the Noll Laboratory, Department of Kinesiology, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to investigate the impact of environmental temperature and humidity on young and older adults.

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. in thermal physiology, exercise physiology, or a closely related field and have a strong background in research design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Recruitment and screening of human subjects
  • Designing and conducting laboratory-based experiments in an environmental chamber
  • Managing, analyzing, and interpreting data
  • Preparing and publishing manuscripts
  • Assisting graduate and undergraduate students in research training
  • Presenting research findings at conferences

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

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