Post Doctoral Scholar- Microbial Infection and Immunity

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio State University is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar in Microbial Infection and Immunity to drive research on mechanisms controlling plasma membrane repair during infections. Candidates should possess an MD, PhD, or MD/PhD, with a strong background in cellular and molecular biology.

The role involves conducting advanced experiments, data analysis, scientific publication, and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Applicants will have opportunities to present findings at scientific meetings and apply for funding.

The position is full-time with a focus on research excellence in an academic setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience in cellular and molecular biology techniques.
• Background check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research experiments.
• Write research papers for publication.
• Present findings at scientific meetings.
• Assist with grant proposal writing.

Skills

Cellular biology

Molecular biology

Quantitative fluorescence microscopy

Live-cell imaging

Flow cytometry

Animal handling

Education

MD, PhD, or MD/PhD

Job description

## Post Doctoral Scholar- Microbial Infection and ImmunityApplylocations: College of Medicine/Office of Health Sciencestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R153514Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions.**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to Workday to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Post Doctoral Scholar- Microbial Infection and Immunity## Department:Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Microbial Infection and Immunity**Job Description**Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue research studying mechanisms controlling plasma membrane repair and cell death pathways during infection and inflammation under the guidance of scientific mentor in the Department of Microbial Infection & Immunity; designs, conducts, and evaluates research experiments; plans and executes advanced cellular biology, molecular biology, quantitative fluorescence microscopy, live-cell imaging, and flow cytometry research techniques and procedures; develops, adopts and implements new laboratory methods; analyzes and interprets data; writes research papers for publication; performs scientific literature searches; presents research findings at local, national, or international scientific meetings; applies for postdoctoral fellowships; assists PI with writing and submitting grant proposals to obtain extramural funding in support of research; performs scientific literature searches; participates in journal clubs, laboratory meetings, and Department seminars and activities; assists with training of other lab members.**Minimum Education Required**MD, PhD, or MD/PhD required.**Required Qualifications**Ability to interact in a highly multidisciplinary environment; experience with cellular biology, molecular biology, quantitative fluorescence microscopy, live-cell imaging, and flow cytometry research techniques and procedures desired; experience with animal handling and husbandry desired. Requires successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug screen.## Additional Information:## Location:Biomedical Research Tower (0112)## Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**First Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***