Post Doctoral Fellow- Research

The Nemours Foundation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nemours Foundation in Wilmington, DE seeks a Post Doctoral Fellow to conduct research on genetic forms of epilepsy within the Department of Neurology. A PhD in neuroscience or related biomedical sciences is preferred; prior epilepsy/rare NDD experience is a plus.

The role involves immunohistochemistry, electrophysiology, cell culture, and data analysis across mouse and human systems. Strong writing and presentation skills are essential as is the ability to publish and contribute to grants.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, cellular/molecular biology or related field is preferred.
• Candidates who have not yet earned a doctorate but will complete soon are encouraged to apply.
• Prior epilepsy or rare neurodevelopmental disorders research experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs a range of experiments under PI guidance.
• Conducts immunohistochemistry, Western blotting, and related molecular assays.
• Performs animal handling and survival surgeries on mice.
• Executes in vivo electrophysiology experiments in rodents.
• Carries out cell culture with mouse and human cells.
• Performs clinical and non-clinical research data analysis.
• Performs statistical analyses and records results meticulously.
• Operates microscopy including confocal and live-cell imaging.
• Maintains organized handwritten and digital records.
• May work weekends or after hours as needed.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills are required.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Western blotting

Rodent surgery

In vivo electrophysiology

Cell culture

Data analysis

Statistics

Microscopy

Record keeping

Scientific writing

Collaboration

Education

PhD in neuroscience or related biomedical sciences

Tools

Confocal microscope

Live-cell imaging

Molecular biology techniques

Job description

Nemours is seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow to join our team in Wilmington, DE.

The Iffland Labat Nemours seeks a highly motivated and creative Post Doctoral Fellow to conduct research for both internally and externally funded projects related to genetic forms of epilepsy. This position will be under the Department of Neurology. The position will have primary reporting to Dr Iffland. A PhD in neuroscience, cellular and molecular biology, or similar terminal degree in biomedical science areas is required. Experience with cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and rodent surgery is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in epilepsy and/or rare neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD) research

Primary functions include:

• Independently performs a range of experiments under the direction of the PI.
• Immunohistochemistry, Western assays, and other molecular/cellular biology techniques.
• Animal handling and survival surgeries on both mouse pups and adult mice.
• Rodent In Vivo Electrophysiology.
• Cell culture techniques on both mouse and human cells (lines and primary)
• Performs clinical and non-clinical research data analysis.
• Statistical analysis.
• Microscopy skills including confocal microscopy and live-cell imaging.
• Maintains organized and detailed handwritten and computerized records of work performed.
• May be required to perform experiments during certain weekends or after hours based scientific necessity.
• Strong writing, oral presentation, and scientific reasoning skills are required.

Miscellaneous responsibilities and qualities:

• Excellent team player, lab citizen, and scientific professional.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within, and outside of, Nemours Children’s Health.
• Ability to work with, share research with, and learn from individuals living with epilepsy and rare neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Strong desire to regularly publish peer-reviewed manuscripts, apply for grants, and present data at conferences

Qualifications:

• Ph.D in the field of neuroscience, cellular and molecular biology, or similar biomedical sciences doctorate is preferred. Candidates who do not yet have a doctorate, but will be completing their degree soon, are also encouraged to apply.
• Prior experience in epilepsy or experience with rare neurodevelopmental disorders research preferred.

This position is contingent upon funding.