Post Doctoral Scholar

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Job Title:

Post Doctoral Scholar

Department:

Medicine School Biomedical Sciences Neuroscience

Post Doctoral Researcher to pursue continued research experience and training within the Department of Neuroscience; conducts independent research under the guidance of his/her scientific mentor to investigate the epigenetic, transcriptional, molecular mechanisms of axon regeneration/degeneration.

Key responsibilities:

Conduct in-depth research with independence

Design and lead your research project, but with sufficient guidance and mentoring

Direct the work of small research teams

Ensure the validity and reliability of data

Maintain accurate and complete records

Write reports for submission to research sponsors

Present findings to colleagues and at conferences

Submit publications to high-impact refereed journal

Collaborate with team members to analyze and integrate different kinds of transcriptomics, epigenomics, and proteomics data.

Engage in collaborative projects within the lab and across the scientific community, contributing to lab meetings, journal clubs, and collaborative publications.

Assist in the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research students and research assistants

Ability to attract external research funding

Attend relevant workshops and conferences

Develop contacts and research collaborations within the College and the wider community

Promote the reputation of the Group, the Department, and the College

Participate in developing and managing grant budget

Monitor expenses

Experience and Qualifications Required and/or Desired:

PhD or equivalent degree required; Significant experience in cellular and RNA biology and bioinformatics are required. Experience with animal work preferred. Requires successful completion of a background check. Selected candidate may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Additional Information:

Location:

Pelotonia Research Center (1040)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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