Postdoc Research Fellow - Division of Neurobiology and Behavior Research
About The Position
The Postdoc Research Fellow conducts research while receiving advanced training from a designated principal investigator to enhance professional skills and research independence. Research areas vary among departments and laboratories. Employment periods are typically temporary for one year, with renewal to the next level expected according to satisfactory progress and funding availability. The postdoctoral training period is typically five years or less, with annual evaluation of progress and funding availability determining progression to the next year of training. The role is in the Division of Neurobiology and Behavior Research at the University of Mississippi Medical Center’s Main Campus in Jackson. It is a full-time, grant-funded position on the day shift.
Requirements
- M.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D., or be a candidate for graduation from one of these educational programs within the next six months; proof of degree must be provided before the hire date. No other equivalents are accepted.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Leadership skills.
Responsibilities
- Performs independent research and/or supervises students and technical staff.
- Designs and executes research protocols using standardized or specialized techniques, procedures, and instrumentation.
- May develop new techniques.
- Collects and analyzes research data and maintains records of experimental procedures.
- Participates in manuscript preparation.
- May prepare grant applications and annual research reports.
- May prepare and monitor patients during diagnostic research procedures.
- May perform experimental surgery without supervision.
- Develops new research procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
