Postdoctoral Fellow, Microbiology And Immunology

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Plan and perform experiments independently

• Prepare lab reports and manuscripts

• Performs a variety of immunology and pathology assays and procedures including cell culture, ELISA, western blot, PCR, and  flow cytometry

• Assists with the conduct of studies with animals

• Interacts with graduate students

• Capable of presenting data at scientific meetings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D., M.D. or Doctoral equivalent in any field. Scientific research experience.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Ability to plan and perform experiments independently

• Ability to observe and record experiments/research and report accurately

• Writing skills for protocols, reports, journal manuscripts and funding applications

• Able to plan and perform experiments in an independent manner with minimal supervision

• Able to write papers, protocols, and lab reports associated with project

• Mentoring and teaching skills for interaction with graduate students

• Presentation skills

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Experience in experiments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Potential exposure to radiation and biohazards. May require completion of appropriate vaccinations.  Regular use of PPE required.

SALARY: 

Commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

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