Post Doctoral Scholar- Microbial Infection & Immunity

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University in Columbus invites applications for a Post Doctoral Scholar in Microbial Infection & Immunity. The successful candidate will study molecular programs of lymphoid cells during inflammatory responses under a scientific mentor and contribute to ongoing projects in the department.

Responsibilities include designing and conducting advanced cellular and molecular biology experiments, analyzing data, writing papers, and presenting findings at meetings.

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or MD/PhD required.
• Experience with cellular biology, molecular biology and flow cytometry preferred.
• -omics techniques and analyses experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct and evaluate research experiments related to lymphoid cells during inflammation.
• Perform cellular, molecular biology and flow cytometry methods and data analysis.
• Write and publish research papers; present findings at meetings.
• Assist with grant proposals and lab training of members.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Flow cytometry

Omics analyses

Education

MD, PhD, or MD/PhD

Job description

Job Title

Post Doctoral Scholar- Microbial Infection & Immunity

Department

Medicine | School Biomedical Sciences Microbial Infection and Immunity

Job Description

Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue research studying molecular programs of lymphoid cells during inflammatory responses 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, and/or 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, and/or flow cytometry research techniques and procedures desired; experience with -omics techniques and analyses desired.

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.

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