Post Doctoral Scholar - Surgery

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks a Thoracic Post Doctoral Scholar in the Department of Surgery, Comprehensive Cancer Center, to pursue specialized training in cancer research. The successful candidate will plan, design and execute experiments, collect and analyze data, contribute to manuscript preparation, and participate in grant applications under the guidance of Dr.

Laura Kresty, PhD. Applicants will undergo background checks and may be required to complete a pre-employment physical as part of

Qualifications

• PhD in Biological Sciences required.
• Background check required.
• Pre-employment physical including drug screen may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute experiments of considerable scope and complexity in thoracic cancer research.
• Collect and analyze data, interpret results and prepare figures.
• Attend research seminars and contribute to manuscript preparation and grant applications.
• Support technical writing and training of new methods within the lab.

Skills

Scientific communication

Lab data analysis

Laboratory skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences

Job description

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Post Doctoral Scholar

Thoracic Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue specialized research training, education and experience under the guidance of Dr. Laura Kresty, PhD in the Department of Surgery, Comprehensive Cancer Center; plans, designs and executes experiments of considerable scope and complexity targeting the interception of thoracic malignancies; collects and analyzes data for research sponsored by appropriate agencies and Institutions; identifies and selects problems to be studied; develops and troubleshoots new experimental techniques and protocols; attends research seminars; contributes to manuscript preparation and supports technical writing; participates in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding; performs additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences required;
• Requires successful completion of a background check.
• Selected candidate 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.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

About Ohio State

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Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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