Postdoc Research Fellow - Biomedical Materials Science - School of Dentistry
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 training level expected based on 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 Biomedical Materials Science at the School of Dentistry, based at the Main Campus in Jackson. It is full-time, grant-funded, and designated as a salaried position. The listed duties are general examples and are not exclusive or all-inclusive; management may add or change duties.
Requirements
- M.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D., or candidacy for graduation from an M.D., Ph.D., or Pharm.D. educational program within the next six months.
- Proof of degree must be provided before the hire date.
- 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/or 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 various 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
