Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University

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About The Position

Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue specialized research training and experience under the guidance of a scientific mentor, conducts research to characterize the genetic basis of human cancers; develops, adopts, and implements new laboratory methods to achieve characterization of the genetic basis of human cancers, identifies novel genes and examines their role in cancer development, analyzes changes in gene copy number and mRNA or protein expression, gene cloning and mutation detection; participates in analyzing data for reports for the purpose of grant submissions; trains staff in molecular biology techniques

Requirements

• A Doctoral degree in appropriate discipline is required.
• Requires successful completion of a background check
• qualified candidate may be asked to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• conducts research to characterize the genetic basis of human cancers
• develops, adopts, and implements new laboratory methods to achieve characterization of the genetic basis of human cancers
• identifies novel genes and examines their role in cancer development
• analyzes changes in gene copy number and mRNA or protein expression, gene cloning and mutation detection
• participates in analyzing data for reports for the purpose of grant submissions
• trains staff in molecular biology techniques

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

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