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Post Doctoral Fellow

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Big Data, Biology, Cancer, Clinical Outcomes, Communication Skills, Experiment Design, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Genomics, Immunology, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory, Laboratory Techniques, Medicine, Mentoring, Molecular Biology, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Organizational Skills, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Rehabilitation Act, Research Skills, Scientific Publications, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Training/Teaching, Work From Home, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
3 days ago


Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

One Post-Doctoral Research Fellow position is available immediately to study molecular basis underpinning the new links among cancer metastasis, metabolism, and immunity. Using animal models (e.g., orthotopic and PDX models, transgenic mice) along with functional genomics (e.g., CRISPR-Cas9 or shRNA lentivirus) and unbiased big data, the Post-Doctoral Fellow will work in a NIH-funded laboratory to understand and reverse the molecular mechanisms involved in tumor progression and treatment resistance. The successful applicants will also be dedicated to developing novel anticancer strategies and combination therapy to achieve better clinical outcomes. Requirements: 1. Ideal candidates must have a PhD, have basic experience in standard laboratory techniques for molecular biology/genetics and/or immunology. 2. Preference to applicants who are finishing graduate school or have less than 2 years of postdoctoral experience. 3. Candidates are expected to be able to work independently and possess strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills. 4. Candidates will be motivated, detailed, goal-oriented and possess excellent organizational skills. 5. Prior work experience within the field of cancer biology or translational medicine is a plus but not require JOB DESCRIPTION: + Helps design and conduct research within a specified field while receiving advanced training from a designated Principal Investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence needed for pursuit of a career. + The specific area of research in which the trainee is mentored is determined by the department and laboratory of the Postdoc. + Designs and evaluates experiments. + Develops new ideas that promote current research. + Prepares and publishes scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator. + May be responsible for operation of specific equipment. + May teach techniques to others, train, and supervise research staff. + Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. + The initial appointment is for one year, renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. + Appointments cannot exceed five years. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + A doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc) in an appropriate field. + Excellent scientific writing ability and strong oral communication skills. + The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. + Additional qualifications as specified by the Principal Investigator. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services ataccessibility@emory.eduor call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

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Job Number

_160419_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Division

_School Of Medicine_

Department

_SOM: HMO: Med Onc_

Campus Location (For Posting) : Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

_Location : Name_

_Emory Clinic Bldg C_

Remote Work Classification

_No Remote_

Health and Safety Information

_Working with animals, Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials_

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