Postdoctoral Research Associate

Meharry Medical College; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate to design and conduct experiments in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular virology. The role includes training graduate students and technicians and preparing data for manuscript submissions.

The candidate will perform independent research, analyze results, and prepare presentations and reports. Collaboration with lab members and external collaborators is encouraged as part of a dynamic research program.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, or virology.
• Ability to plan and execute molecular biology experiments.
• Experience with HIV/AIDS research.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments pertaining to molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry and molecular virology.
• Perform complex HIV/AIDS-related experiments.
• Write manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and publications.
• Maintain documentation and records of experimental protocols and results.
• Train graduate students and technicians in fundamentals of biomedical research.
• Collaborate with lab members and collaborators from other departments or institutions.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Virology

Communication

Experiment planning

Education

PhD in molecular biology or related field

Tools

PCR

Flow cytometry

Cell culture equipment

Imaging systems

Job description

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:

• 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 investigation.
• 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.

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.

Education and Experience Required:

PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, virology.

About Meharry:

Meharry Medical College was founded just 11 years after the end of the Civil War with the mission of educating African Americans to serve the underserved. Today, the nation’s largest private, historically black academic health sciences center has trained thousands of health care professionals. Three out of every four Meharrians return to urban or rural communities to serve others by providing medical or dental services. Our faith-based roots within the United Methodist Church inspire us to respect and serve all. Our standards are high within an educational environment that is nurturing. We believe that health equity is key to alleviating suffering. Whether our graduates are physicians, dentists, scientists, professors or public health professionals, the Meharry experience equips them to affect the world as a force for change led by our motto: “Worship of God Through Service to Mankind.”

Mission:

Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well-being of humankind.

Core Values:

• Meharry Medical College is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence
• Accountability with transparency
• Equity with inclusion
• Respect with collegiality
• Service with compassion
• Integrity without exception

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 a non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.

Contact:

For questions regarding employment, please contact 615-327-6336 or [e-mail].