Postdoctoral Research Fellow: VAV3 Inhibitor Discovery

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Nicolas Nassar seeks a Postdoctoral research Fellow to join the EHCB - Drug Discovery Program at Cincinnati Children's. The role focuses on regulation and targeting of the RAC activator VAV3 using in vivo and cellular approaches, with preferred experience in structural biology.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. (or MD) in a related field and be prepared to design experiments, present findings, and contribute to grants and publications while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in related discipline, MD or equivalent required.
• Motivated applicants with biochemical, molecular and cellular expertise encouraged to apply.
• Applicants with structural biology experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and record experiments; analyze data.
• Improve methods and evaluate innovative techniques in the division.
• Present research at meetings, journal clubs, seminars.
• Draft and edit scientific reports, papers, abstracts, and grants.
• Remain current through education, literature, and seminars.
• Complete required training and ensure compliance with all policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Biochemical

Molecular biology

Cellular biology

Rodent handling

Structural biology

Education

Ph.D. in related discipline

MD or equivalent

Job description

Dr. Nicolas Nassar seeks a Postdoctoral research Fellow to join the EHCB - Drug Discovery Program at Cincinnati Children's. The role focuses on regulation and targeting of the RAC activator VAV3 using in vivo and cellular approaches, with preferred experience in structural biology.

The candidate should have a Ph.D. (or MD) in a related field and be prepared to design experiments, present findings, and contribute to grants and publications while maintaining regulatory compliance.