Post Doctoral Associate – University of Miami, United States

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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology has an exciting opportunity for a Post Doctoral Associate position. The incumbent performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.

 

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                              

• Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

 

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

 

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                            

• Ph.D. or MD Degree required
• No prior experience required

 

The main focus of our research is on HIV-1 and/or drug of abuse-induced molecular and cellular mechanisms of injury to the brain endothelium and the blood-brain barrier.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (For Non-exempt Employees Include Percent of Effort):

• The work involves both cell culture research and animal experiments. The candidate is required – upon the appropriate training – to work with HIV-1. Expertise  in virology, molecular biology, cellular techniques, and/or animal experimentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
·Molecular Biology

Education Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• PHD or MD Degree

Work Experience Requirements (Essential Requirements):

• The ideal candidate for this position will be a recent doctoral graduate, who is highly motivated and has expertise in virology

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

 

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida’s only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We’re the challenge you’ve been looking for.

 

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza („the flu“) season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

 

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Job Status:

Full time 

Employee Type:

Staff 

Pay Grade:

A9