(35258) Postdoctoral Researcher – Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy

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Summary

According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), a postdoc is an individual who has received a doctoral degree (or equivalent) and is engaged in a temporary and defined period of mentored advanced research training to enhance the professional skills and research independence needed to pursue his or her chosen career path. In addition, according to the National Postdoc Association (NPA), Postdoctoral appointees can pursue basic, clinical or translational projects so long as their primary effort is devoted toward their own scholarship. Postdocs are essential to the scholarly mission of the mentor and host institution, and thus are expected to have the freedom to publish the results of their scholarship.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures and protocols.

  • Participate in discovery projects.

  • Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects.

  • Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings.

  • Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts.

  • Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff in which you will evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, and design and evaluate lab procedures.

  • Maintain supplies, may require negotiation with vendors, and track purchase orders.

  • May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction, delegation and establishing priorities.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities
  • Required knowledge:

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Mathematics

  • Statistics

  • Documentation

  • Records management

  • Data utilization

  • Complex problem solving

  • Critical thinking

  • Resource management

  • Writing skills

  • Skills and abilities: This will vary based on the hiring manager’s preferences and should include things that can be learned or trained for.

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

Minimum Required Education: PhD in a scientific field or MD

Minimum Required Experience:

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

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Why MCW?

  • Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options

  • 403B Retirement Package

  • Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

  • Pet Insurance

  • On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes

  • Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview

For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers
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EEO/AA – Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability
The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation.

 

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