Postdoctoral Research Associate

Meharry Medical College; Lexington (MA); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Meharry Medical College seeks a PhD-level scientist for a Post Doctoral Research Associate position to design and conduct experiments using molecular biology, biochemistry, and virology techniques. The role includes training graduate students and technicians, as well as independent research and manuscript preparation.

The candidate will perform routine and advanced HIV/AIDS research, maintain thorough records, and collaborate with lab members and external partners.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or virology.
• Strong background in laboratory techniques and experimental design.
• Ability to train students and technicians and to collaborate across teams.

Aufgaben

• Plan and execute experiments in molecular biology, cell biology and biochemistry.
• Perform complex HIV/AIDS-related research and data collection.
• Write manuscripts and contribute to publications.
• Maintain documentation of protocols and results.
• Provide training to graduate students and technicians.
• Plan independent research in consultation with the PI.
• Present results in professional settings and collaborate with lab members.

Kenntnisse

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Genetics

Virology

Training and mentoring

Manuscript writing

Independent research

Ausbildung

PhD in molecular biology or related field

Tools

PCR

Molecular cloning

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Imaging

Northern/Southern/Western blot

Jobbeschreibung

Designs and conducts experiments utilizing basic and sophisticated research techniques such as cell culture, PCR, molecular cloning, Northern, Southern, Western, flow cytometry, and imaging. The Post Doctoral Research Associate must contribute to the training of graduate students and technicians in fundamentals of biomedical research as well as molecular biological techniques. Performs independent research in several specialized areas and collects research data for inclusion in manuscript submission to refereed scientific journals.

Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):

• Be responsible for planning and execution of experiments pertaining to molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry and molecular virology.
• Performs on a routine basis complex molecular biology experiments involved in research on understanding the biology of HIV/AIDS.
• Involved in research on understanding the biology of HIV/AIDS
• Writes manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and publications
• Maintains the documentation and records of experimental protocols, laboratory procedures and results.
• Participates in training of students and technicians
• Design and plan-research in consultation with the principal investigator
• Independently performs research experiments
• Analyzes and interprets experimental results
• Prepare professional presentations, reports, and publications
• Engages in collaborative work and coordinators activities with other members of the lab and/or with collaborators from other departments or institutions
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:

• PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, virology

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of research principles, methodology, and procedures in the area of specialty
• Thorough knowledge of operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instruments
• Ability to perform experiments in a timely manner
• Ability to safely handle biohazardous materials
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work effectively with others

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer. Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.