POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW (Nassar) - Drug Discovery

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage starting day one

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Job summary

A leading children's health organization in Cincinnati is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join its Drug Discovery program. The role involves designing experiments, analyzing data, and presenting findings. Candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent and expertise in biochemical and molecular techniques are encouraged to apply. This position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage from day one, competitive retirement plans, and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD in a relevant field is essential.
• Strong background in biochemical, molecular, and cellular techniques.
• Rodent handling experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments.
• Present research findings at meetings and seminars.
• Draft and edit scientific reports and articles.
• Maintain currency through education, literature, and seminars.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and participate in Cincinnati Children’s training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biochemical expertise

Molecular expertise

Cellular expertise

Rodent handling

Structural biology

Education

Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent

Tools

Structural biology

Job description

Overview

Expected Starting Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Dr. Nicolas Nassar is seeking a Postdoctoral research Fellow to join his laboratory in the Division of Experimental Hematology and Cancer Biology - Drug Discovery program. Duties include: studying the regulation and the targeting by small molecule inhibitors of the RAC activator VAV3 using in vivo, cellular, biochemical and/or structural approaches. Motivated applicants with biochemical, molecular and cellular expertise are encouraged to apply. Applicants with expertise in structural biology are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.
• Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
• Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
• Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.

Preferred

• Motivated applicants with biochemical, molecular, cellular and rodent handling expertise are encouraged to apply. Applicants with expertise in structural biology are also encouraged to apply.

Role Details

• Primary Location: Location S
• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Department: EHCB - Drug Discovery Program
• Employee Status: Regular
• FTE: 1
• Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

About Cincinnati Children’s

Cincinnati Children’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all 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. EEO/Veteran/Disability