Postdoctoral Fellow

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The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

HJF is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow is Responsible for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team. Pursuits research along a focused line of inquiry and has a manuscript in development.

This position will be in support of the Department of Biochemistry in the lab of Dr. Philip Jordan.

The incumbant performs research and/or development with other scientific and technical staff. Exercises technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project strategies. Performs limited analysis and interpretation of results.

We are seeking a focused and motivated scientist who has completed their PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cancer Biology or related fields and is looking to continue their training research associate.

Our lab is funded by the NIH (NICHD and NIGMS) to assess two major initiatives: 1) Assessment of processes required for genome maintenance (DNA repair, recombination, and chromosome segregation) during mitosis and meiosis. 2) Modeling human gonad development using organoid culture to understand human reproductive development and disease. We seek a candidate for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a research team.

The ideal candidate will have experience with mouse models and/or mammalian cell culture, particularly human embryonic/pluripotent stem cell culture. An application will also be bolstered by knowledge in methods such as fluorescence microscopy (live cell imaging and/or immunofluorescence microscopy), immuno-histology, molecular biology (DNA cloning, RT-PCR, and protein expression/purification, CRISPR/Cas9 genomic engineering), co-immunoprecipitation, gene targeting/transgenic techniques, and biochemical assays including ELISA, colorimetric, fluorometric, and luminescent assays. Experience with single-cell analyses such as RNA-seq, ATACseq, ChIPseq, etc. are also of interest for our research objectives.

Note: This work site requires that Non-US Citizen incumbents have lived in the US three out of the past five years.

Responsibilities

Assists in designing, developing, executing, and implementing scientific research and/or development.

Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories to potential inventions and products.

Performs specialized laboratory research utilizing experimental protocols which involves specialized procedures.

Collects and handles samples and keeps detailed records of experiments.

Assists with the preparation of data for presentations at scientific meetings and for publication in journals.

May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of appropriate scientific area; ability to analyze and interpret data

Ability to analyze and interpret data; ability to communicate research findings in manuscript and presentation forms (posters and talks)

Experience with mouse models and/or mammalian cell culture, particularly human embryonic/pluripotent stem cell culture

Experience with single-cell analyses such as RNA-seq, ATACseq, ChIPseq, etc.

Qualifications

Work Environment

This position will take place primarily in a laboratory setting.

Education and Experience

Doctoral degree

Minimum of 0-5 years experience required.

Some positions or sites may require that the incumbent be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination may be required.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

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Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

About Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine:

HJF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

Full-Time