Postdoctoral Scholar - Open Pool

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oregon, Knight Campus, is seeking candidates for its open Postdoctoral Scholar pool. Successful applicants will conduct laboratory research, perform quantitative analyses, prepare manuscripts and grant applications, and present data to internal and external audiences.

Appointments are limited duration, with potential renewal for up to three years. Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field and at least one year of lab experience, with a strong collaborative mindset to work

Qualifications

• PhD in biosciences or related field.
• One year of lab experience.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytic skills

Organizational skills

Team orientation

Education

PhD in bioengineering, biochemistry, biology, human physiology, biophysics, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or related disciplines

Job description

Postdoctoral Scholar - Open Pool

Department: Knight Campus

Rank: Postdoctoral Scholar

Annual Basis: 12 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Department Summary

The Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is anambitious initiative designed to fast-track scientific discoveriesinto innovations that improve the quality of life for people inOregon, the nation, and the world. The campus creates theintellectual infrastructure to establish Oregon as a center forboth research and development, making Oregon a place wherecompanies can start up and grow. The Knight Campus is reshaping thehigher education landscape in Oregon by training the nextgenerations of scientists, forging tighter ties with industry andentrepreneurs, and creating new educational opportunities forgraduate and undergraduate students.

Position Summary

The Knight Campus is seeking qualified applicants for its openpostdoctoral scholar (postdoc) pool. If you're looking to enhanceyour professional skills and research independence, we encourageyou to apply! Postdocs in the Knight Campus conduct laboratoryresearch and quantitative analysis; prepare manuscripts and grantapplications; and present data and findings to internal andexternal audiences. Successful candidates will have the ability tocollaborate with faculty, staff, and students from a variety ofdiverse backgrounds. Postdocs are limited duration, fundingcontingent appointments for one year with a possible annual renewalfor up to two additional years.

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in bioengineering, biochemistry, biology, human physiology, biophysics, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering or relateddisciplines
• One year of lab experience

Professional Competencies

• Effective communication skills
• Analytic skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong team ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong academic record

All offers of employment are contingent upon successfulcompletion of a background check.

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