Summary

This job is for a recent PhD graduate to work in a university lab researching how inflammation leads to diseases like colitis, and how diet or pollutants affect genes, the microbiome, and cancer risk.

The role involves running experiments, analyzing data, training students, and sharing findings through meetings and papers.

It's ideal for someone passionate about biomedical science who enjoys hands-on lab work and learning new techniques.

Key Requirements

Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in biomedical or biological sciences, such as Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Pharmacology
Previous research experience in immunology and/or -omics approaches
Ability to work with animals in a lab setting
Demonstrated ability to follow general wet lab practices and set up experiments independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presentations and publications
Experience in bioinformatic analysis
Knowledge of laboratory hazards, biosafety practices, and ability to troubleshoot novel technologies

Full Job Description

Serves as a Post-Doctoral Fellow under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) pursuing immunology and molecular biology research using -omics approaches. Studies project focus on the mechanisms underlying inflammatory diseases such as colitis, as well as the effects of various dietary supplements. Advises principal investigators, research faculty, PDFs, students, and technologists on current methods, ongoing experiments, and future research directions. Maintains accurate and detailed records of laboratory experiments and presents these in informal laboratory discussions, group meetings, formal symposia, and publications. Assists in training other individuals, including students, in the laboratory. Performs laboratory research assessing the epigenomic, genomic and transcriptomic effects, and microbiome following environmental pollutant and dietary supplement exposure on inflammation and cancer. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position is established in support of expanded research activities.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable of hazards of laboratory activities and biosafety practices, skilled in setting up experiments independently.
• The ability to troubleshoot and learn novel technology.
• Required to conduct research activities lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies.

Requirements

Required Education and ExperiencePreferred Qualifications

• Requires a Doctoral (Ph.D.) degree in any biomedical or biological sciences including Immunology, Molecular/Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or other related discipline.
• Previous research experience in immunology and/or -omics research.
• Ability to work with animals.
• Demonstrated ability to follow general wet lab practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in bioinformatic analysis.

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