Instructor, Center for AIDS Health Disparities Research

Meharry Medical College; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College is seeking a non-tenure track Instructor to study the effects of apoE receptors on atherosclerosis. The role requires extensive molecular biology expertise and a strong interest in cardiovascular biology.

The successful candidate will mentor students and postdoctoral fellows, design experiments, perform bench work, and contribute to manuscript writing. The incumbent will work closely with the principal investigator to craft a career development plan, establish independent

Qualifications

• Ph.D. and/or M.D. in biomedical science with at least five years of experience in cell signaling transduction and mouse models.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with principal investigators on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects.
• Mentors students and postdoctoral fellows in the laboratory.
• Prepares grant proposals and manuscripts for publication.
• Develops independent research ideas and contributes to career development planning.
• Performs molecular, biochemical and histological studies as part of vascular biology research.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cardiovascular biology

Team mentorship

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Verbal communication

Safety handling

Presentation skills

Independent thinking

Laboratory leadership

Education

PhD/MD in biomedical science

Job description

The non-tenure track Instructor will work on a project to study the effect of apoE receptors on atherosclerosis.

He or she should have extensive experience in molecular biology and is interested in cardiovascular biology.

This junior faculty will assist the principal investigator to mentor students and postdoctoral fellows in the laboratory, designing experiments, performing bench work and writing manuscripts.

He/she will also closely work with the principal investigator to establish a career development plan for developing independent research projects and achieving extramural funding.

Responsibilities

• Applies diversified knowledge of scientific research principles, practices, and protocols in research projects; makes recommendations and conclusions which serve as the basis for decision making in a specialty area.
• Collaborates with users and principal investigators on design, analysis, application, and reporting of research projects; teaches and advises on techniques.
• Interprets, organizes, executes, and coordinates scientific research assignments concerned with unique or controversial problems.
• Formulates and conducts systematic problem analysis and resolution in an area of considerable scope and complexity through series of complete and conceptually related studies, or through a variety of projects of lesser scope.
• Develops model concepts and approaches as an individual researcher and acts independently on technical matters.
• Supplies technical leadership and consultation to professional co-workers, collaborators, and graduate students.
• Prepares analyses, reports, and other documentation for publication; presents findings at local, national, and/or international meetings.
• Prepares grant proposals to obtain funding in support of research activities.
• Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state‑of‑the‑art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
• Performs molecular, biochemical and histological studies such as determination of lipid metabolism, analysis of atherosclerotic lesions, and identification of lipid‑and lipoprotein‑mediated signaling pathways in vascular cells and animal models.
• Generates DNA constructs for gene transfer, and transgenic/knockout/knock‑in mouse development.
• Performs other related duties assigned.

Required Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of research methods and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ability to originate new ideas and methods and to conduct laboratory testing and analysis in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of vascular biology and vascular cell and macrophage culture.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to safely handle biohazardous materials.
• Ability to handle confidential data.
• Ability to interact effectively with laboratory and other department personnel.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
• Ability to utilize advanced analytical techniques and programs to develop scientific models.
• Knowledge of engineering and/or scientific research principles, practices, and protocols.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of research methodology, principles and procedures.
• Ability to develop scientific reports and manuscripts based on original research.

Education & Experience

Ph.D. and/or M.D. in biomedical science with at least five years of experience in cell signaling transduction and mouse models. Publications required.

EEO Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Meharry Medical College complies with TitleIX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non‑merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.