Postdoctoral Researcher 3 - OBGYN

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

403B Retirement Package

Competitive Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

EFAP

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee is seeking a postdoctoral appointee to engage in mentored advanced research training, develop independent scholarship, and contribute to translational projects. Primary focus includes designing studies, coordinating activities, and producing scientific outputs for publication with guidance from a principal investigator.

The role emphasizes data analysis, methodological development, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, with expected

Qualifications

• Minimum education: PhD in a scientific field or MD.
• Minimum experience: 3 years in relevant research settings.
• Strong analytical, written communication and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures and protocols.
• Participate in discovery projects.
• Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects.
• Oversee data synthesis and analysis; prepare reports and manuscripts.
• Participate in meetings with the PI and staff to evaluate data and design lab procedures.
• May oversee training of laboratory personnel and day-to-day priorities.

Skills

Biology

Chemistry

Statistics

Data analysis

Writing skills

Education

PhD in a scientific field

Job description

Summary

According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), a postdoc is an individual who has received a doctoral degree (or equivalent) and is engaged in a temporary and defined period of mentored advanced research training to enhance the professional skills and research independence needed to pursue his or her chosen career path. In addition, according to the National Postdoc Association (NPA), Postdoctoral appointees can pursue basic, clinical or translational projects so long as their primary effort is devoted toward their own scholarship. Postdocs are essential to the scholarly mission of the mentor and host institution, and thus are expected to have the freedom to publish the results of their scholarship.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures and protocols.

• Participate in discovery projects.

• Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects.

• Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings.

• Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts.

• Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff in which you will evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, and design and evaluate lab procedures.

• Maintain supplies, may require negotiation with vendors, and track purchase orders.

• May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction, delegation and establishing priorities.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Required knowledge: biology, chemistry, mathematics, statistics, documentation, records management, data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills

Qualifications

Minimum Required Education: PhD in a scientific field or MD

Minimum Required Experience: 3 year of experience

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

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