Associate Scientist

Temple University • Philadelphia, PA

6h • $65,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Temple University's Kornberg School of Dentistry is searching for an Associate Scientist. As the second-oldest dental school in the U.S., the Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry upholds a legacy of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare services. Founded in 1863, Kornberg remains a pillar in the dental community. We have more than 7,000 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world. In 2023, the school proudly celebrated its 160th Anniversary. Kornberg supports health and wellness through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become dedicated and ethical professionals who honor the traditional models of dental care while staying focused on discovering new ones. We train the experts who lead the field. Our renowned faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of opportunities and resources, including smart classrooms, digital dentistry labs, clinics and a preclinical lab that emphasizes collaboration. Students pursue postbaccalaureate, predoctoral, continuing education and advanced education in general dentistry programs. Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following: Full medical, dental, vision coverage Paid time off 11 Paid Holidays Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE A generous retirement plan and so much more! Dr. Al-Hebshi’s group at the Oral Microbiome Research Laboratory at Temple University is seeking an outstanding Associate Scientist to conduct research on the potential interactions between bacteria and oral cancer, including their roles in carcinogenesis, anticancer activity, and immunomodulation. The appointed scientist will have the opportunity to work as part of an interdisciplinary research team and interact with a large network of national and international collaborators. Besides leading the execution of major research projects, the appointed postdoc is expected to help with the laboratory administrative tasks and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students, and if eligible, to develop and submit own grant applications. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD in a related discipline and at least 4 years of experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to work with animal models of oral cancer, including 4-NQO-induced and orthotopic models.
• Ability to perform basic microbiological techniques, including cultivating and maintaining oral aerobic and anaerobic bacteria and cell culture techniques.
• Experience with multiplex flow cytometry and other techniques involved in analysis of animal tissues including western blotting, immunohistochemistry; molecular techniques including PCR, qPCR, RNA sequencing, RNA interference and gene knockdown.
• Ability to work independently in driving the research project forward, from experiment-planning to data analysis.
• Must be able to work with a diverse populations of students, faculty, staff, and other external contacts.
• Must have great attention to detail and sound judgments with the ability to make independent decision.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• if eligible, to develop and submit own grant applications.

Responsibilities

• Designing and carrying out all required laboratory and animal experiments
• Analysis of data, and summarizing results
• Preparing progress reports
• Mentoring dental and masters students
• Writing manuscripts for publication
• Assisting students and routine lab maintenance
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Tuition remission - eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
• A generous retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree