Postdoctoral Associate

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to perform scientific research under supervision, contributing to cutting-edge cancer biology and drug delivery studies at a premier academic medical center.

The role requires a PhD or MD and involves designing experiments, preparing manuscripts, and collaborating across chemistry, biology, engineering, and medicine. On-site in Miami with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: MD or PhD in relevant field.
• Experience: No prior experience required.
• Strong data collection, organization, and analysis skills.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in critical decisions.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research on assigned areas of study.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publication.
• Investigates feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops analytical models to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to university policies and safeguards assets.
• Designs and synthesize nanoparticles targeted to cancer models.
• Work in vitro using patient-derived prostate cancer biopsies and cell cultures.
• In vivo testing using animal models.
• Evaluate biodistribution and efficacy/safety of nanoparticle formulations.
• Interpret data with advanced methods such as flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, MRI/PET, bioinformatics.

Skills

Data analysis

Experimental skills

Problem solving

Judgment

Communication

Education

PhD or MD degree

Tools

Flow cytometry

Confocal microscopy

MRI/PET imaging

Bioinformatics tools

Job description

Core Job Summary: The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.

Core Job Functions

• Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Core Qualifications

Education: MD or Ph.D. in relevant field

Certification and Licensing: Not Applicable

Experience: No Prior Experience Required

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM

Department Specific Functions

• Design and synthesize nanoparticles targeted to prostate cancer models by functionalization.
• Work in vitro using patient source prostate cancer biopsies, cell culture experiments including cytotoxicity assays, uptake studies and molecular biology techniques.
• In vivo testing using animal models
• Perform experiments to evaluate the biodistribution and efficacy/safety of nanoparticle formulations.
• Interpret data with advanced methods such as flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, MRI/PET imaging and bioinformatics tools.
• Work with team members across different disciplines such as chemistry, biology, neurosurgery and engineering.
• Write up manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, grants and presentations at scientific conferences.
• Train graduate and undergraduate students to work in the lab.
• Adhere to all university and agency policies regarding animal welfare, safety, security and compliance.

Department Specific Qualifications

Education: PhD or MD degree

PhD in Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science or related field with emphasis in Cancer Biology or Drug Delivery systems. Applicants must have completed their dissertation by the beginning date.

Experience: No prior experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Strong experimental skills with hands-on experience in nanoparticle synthesis, surface functionalization, and chelation chemistry.
• Proven analytical abilities, including proficiency in data analysis software and statistical methods.
• Excellent comprehension and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically evaluate scientific literature and adapt methodologies to project needs.
• High level of motivation, independence, and initiative, with a track record of driving projects forward in a fast-paced research setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for disseminating research findings.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this job classification. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job. This is a job profile description and not all duties may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff