Post Doctoral Fellow

Emory • Atlanta, GA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

A postdoctoral position is available in the Kudelka Laboratory at Emory University and Winship Cancer Institute. Our laboratory studies how cell-surface glycans regulate tissue development, homeostasis, and cancer. Projects will combine functional genomics, mouse models, cell and molecular biology, and emerging approaches in glycobiology to uncover mechanisms controlling cell behavior in vivo and identify pathways relevant to cancer progression and therapy. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with a PhD or MD/PhD and experience in molecular/cell biology, cancer biology, developmental biology, genetics, or related fields. Experience with mouse models, CRISPR screening, genomics, or glycobiology is advantageous but not required. Interested candidates should send a CV, brief description of research interests, and contact information for references to 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.

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.
• PhD or MD/PhD and experience in molecular/cell biology, cancer biology, developmental biology, genetics, or related fields.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mouse models, CRISPR screening, genomics, or glycobiology is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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