Post Doctoral Associate

University of Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology has an exciting opportunity for a full time Post Doctoral Associate position. The incumbent performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community. The Kazanietz-Cooke lab is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow with demonstrated ability to lead a research project and work independently. Interested candidates should have a PhD and/or MD degree, preferentially no more than 2 years postdoctoral experience, and strong background in cellular and molecular biology. Preference in hiring will be given to candidates with an excellent publication record in cancer signaling. Experience in animal models of cancer is highly desirable. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Requirements

• Ph.D. required
• No prior experience required
• PhD and/or MD degree
• strong background in cellular and molecular biology

Nice To Haves

• no more than 2 years postdoctoral experience
• excellent publication record in cancer signaling.
• Experience in animal models of cancer is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees