Postdoctoral Associate

If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. The Department of Biochemistry and 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. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. or similar (PharmD, etc.) required. No prior experience required. Department Specific Functions The Post-Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies in the field of molecular biology and hematopoiesis under the supervision of managing staff. Conducts in vitro and in vivo experiments of the role of epigenetic regulation in hematopoiesis. Participates in lab meeting and journal club activities. Supervises and trains undergraduate students and technicians, as needed. Handles primary human specimens for in vitro culture, genome editing and in vivo engrafting, as needed. Organizes and documents scientific experiments and results. Applies for fellowship training awards from Federal and/or non-Federal sources. Experience: Prior experience in molecular biology and/or hematology research is absolutely required. Proficiency in written and oral English is absolutely required. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. 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. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service.

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