Post Doctoral Fellow

Emory University • Atlanta, GA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. This position 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. Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee. The initial appointment is for one year, with renewal expected if progress is satisfactory and funds are available. Appointments cannot exceed five years.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• Hold a Ph.D. or expect to hold a Ph.D. within or around one year in the area of biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics
• Experience in molecular biology, cell culture, protein expression & purification, and biochemistry

Responsibilities

• Helps design and conduct research within a specified field
• 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

What This Job Offers

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