Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Center for Discovery & Innovation

Hackensack Meridian Health • Nutley, NJ

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About The Position

The Center for Discovery and Innovation (CDI) at Hackensack Meridian Health is an academic basic and translational research enterprise that aims to translate scientific innovation to clinical care and improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease, and other acute and chronic diseases. Established in 2019, CDI has 39 laboratories and more than 200 scientists and allied personnel, supported by NIH, DoD, and other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, rheumatology, and pharmacology.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow conducts research under supervision and is responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data. The fellow plays a critical role in the assigned laboratory’s studies and is expected to understand the project and work independently, taking responsibility for developing and executing experimental procedures to advance research projects. The research uses a variety of technical laboratory experimentation.

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in a scientific or related discipline.
• Minimum publication record, or an article in preparation, as first author in a reputable peer-reviewed journal.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct independent research.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Lab-specific techniques, which vary by lab.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Suite platforms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research under direct supervision.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Create reports based on analysis of initial observations and conclusions.
• Present findings to higher-level staff.
• Present results at internal and external research forums, including scientific conferences, lab meetings, and institutional seminars.
• Handle moderately complex issues and problems, referring more complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Participate in grant and manuscript writing, as appropriate.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adhere to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits

What This Job Offers

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