Post-Doctoral Researcher

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a Post-Doctoral Researcher for NIH-funded projects in neurocognitive disorders. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD in Biological Sciences and have strong communication skills. Responsibilities include conducting experiments and preparing reports.

Qualifications

• Experience in neurobiology or translational neuroscience setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and analyze experiments for NIH-funded research.
• Prepare scientific reports and drafts of manuscripts.
• Support training of new students in basic lab techniques.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences

Tools

Computational Biology

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Job Summary

The Department of Pharmacology and Physiology is looking for a Post-Doctoral Researcher to support NIH-funded research activities within the Meucci lab. Ongoing projects focus on neurocognitive disorders associated with HIV infection and neuroinflammation in the context of substance abuse. Candidates with previous experience in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication and organization skills and thrive in a diverse environment.

Job Summary

The Department of Pharmacology and Physiology is looking for a Post-Doctoral Researcher to support NIH-funded research activities within the Meucci lab. Ongoing projects focus on neurocognitive disorders associated with HIV infection and neuroinflammation in the context of substance abuse. Candidates with previous experience in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication and organization skills and thrive in a diverse environment.

Essential Functions

• Conduct and/or analyze experiments in line with the overall research goals of the lab and funded projects.
• Prepare scientific reports and drafts of manuscripts (papers / grants).
• Help develop new techniques.
• Support training of new students or junior trainees in basic lab techniques.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of PhD or Doctorate in Biological Sciences / Neuroscience.
• Experience in neurobiology or translational neuroscience setting and/or computational biology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Time management and organization skills.
• Highest work ethic standards.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Additionally, candidates will have the following qualifications:
• Self-learner and motivated
• Strong quantitative abilities
• Proven success working independently or as a member of a team
• Experience working with rodent animal models
• Experience with mammalian cell culture
• Goal-oriented and attention to details
  
  

Physical Demands

• Typically sitting at a desk/table
• Typically standing, walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Lifting demands ≤ 25lbs
  
  

Location

• Center City - Philadelphia, PA
  
  

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt, grade K. Compensation for this grade ranges from 4,630.00 to 81,940 $ per year. You are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel’s compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel’s Benefits Brochure .

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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