Postdoctoral Associate - Cell and Systems Biology

University of Miami • Miami, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community. We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to join our group as a Postdoctoral Scholar. Our laboratory develops and applies multidisciplinary approaches, including single-molecule force spectroscopy, single-molecule fluorescence imaging, stem cell-derived organoids, gene editing, and microfluidics, to address fundamental biological questions and unmet medical needs. The successful candidate will investigate how biomolecules and cells sense and respond to changes in their mechanical and biochemical microenvironment. The postdoctoral scholar will develop and apply advanced biophysical, bioengineering, and cell biology approaches, including single-molecule force spectroscopy, single-molecule fluorescence imaging, stem cell-derived organoid models, gene editing, and microfluidic technologies. Research projects will focus on understanding molecular and cellular mechanisms that regulate cardiovascular, renal, and respiratory physiology and disease. The candidate is expected to lead research projects, publish findings in high-impact journals, present at scientific conferences, and contribute to the mentoring of junior trainees in the laboratory.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree in relevant field required
• Ph.D. (or foreign equivalent) in Biophysics, (Stem) Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Physics, or a related field.
• No more than two years of prior postdoctoral research experience.
• At least one first-author research article accepted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

• Research experience in one or more of the following areas: single-molecule biophysics, stem cells and organoids, microfluidics, fluorescence microscopy, or scientific programming for data acquisition, instrument control, and image analysis using LabVIEW, MATLAB, or related platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
• Lead research projects.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals.
• Present at scientific conferences.
• Contribute to the mentoring of junior trainees in the laboratory.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• tuition remission

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree