Job Title Post Doctoral Fellow
Job Requisition ID 27798BR
Division School Of Medicine
Department 736000:SOM: Pathology
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
Minimum Hourly $ 0
Midpoint Hourly $ 0
Minimum Annual $ 0
Midpoint Annual $ 0
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.
DATE CREATED/MODIFIED/REVIEWED: 4/27/10 JB
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer candidates with research experience in the areas of mucosal inflammation, epithelial barrier function and cancer development. Preference will be given to individuals with expertise in molecular/cell biology, protein biochemistry of eukaryotic systems, leukocyte function/migration and transgenic animal work. English communication skills are necessary.
Additional Job Details
Interested individuals should submit a letter of application, CV, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to: Dr. Charles Parkos, Emory University, Whitehead Biomedical Research Building, Room 105B, 615 Michael Street, Atlanta, GA 30322 or cparkos@emory.edu.
NOTE:
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY ONLINE FOR THIS POSITION. APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE DEPARTMENT USING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE.
This position involves: Involve working with animals. |
