Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Herr; protein structure)

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; In loco; USD 56.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a highly skilled postdoctoral fellow for the Immunobiology division. The role focuses on structural analysis of proteins using Cryo Electron Microscopy or X-Ray Crystallography, with emphasis on advancing research and data quality.

Required: PhD/MD or equivalent. Preferred: bacterial culture methods, advanced microscopy, and protein purification experience. Join a world-renowned institution committed to pediatric health and scientific discovery.

Competenze

• PhD/MD or equivalent required.
• Bacterial culture methods preferred.
• Advanced microscopy techniques required.
• Protein purification experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Develop critical thinking and experimental design for independent research.
• Design, execute, and record experiments and analyze data affecting decisions in patient care.
• Quality and reproducibility checks on protocols and assays.
• Present research at meetings, seminars, and journal clubs.
• Draft scientific reports, papers, abstracts, and grants.

Formazione

PhD/MD or equivalent

Strumenti

Cryo Electron microscopy

X-Ray Crystallography

Protein purification

Descrizione del lavoro

Primary Location Location S Department Immunobiology Shift Day (United States of America) Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40 FTE 1 Employee Status Regular There is an immediate opening for a highly skilled and motivated postdoctoral fellow in the laboratory of Dr. Andrew Herr. The candidate should have experience with Cryo Electron microscopy or X-Ray Crystallography for structural analysis of proteins.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long-term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze data, which may affect decisions regarding future patient care. Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department. Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment. Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis. Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings. Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented. Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants. Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff. Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and others who can provide coaching and insight. Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional (i.e. Infection Control, ORCRA and others as applicable) policies and procedures Perform other duties as assigned.

Required: PhD/MD or equivalent Preferred; Bacterial culture methods Advanced microscopy techniques Protein purification experience

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EEO/Veteran/Disability Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.