Job Details

Title: Post Doctoral Associate

Department Org: Med Microbio & Immunology - 107520

Employee Classification: P3 - Post Doctoral Assoc FT-HSC

Primary Location: HSC C

Shift: 1

Job Description:

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow serves as an independent researcher or collaborator on a research program. This role may lead discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of the Principal Investigator and is responsible for experimental design, data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and dissemination of results.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated research experience in a field relevant to the laboratory’s program.
• Strong record of productivity in experimental research, analysis, and scientific communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, and execute research experiments aligned with laboratory objectives.
• Analyze, interpret, and present research data.
• Develop or refine methodologies, assays, and experimental workflows.
• Mentor trainees and assist with training when appropriate.
• Prepare abstracts, manuscripts, reports, and grant-related materials.
• Maintain detailed research documentation and ensure data integrity.
• Contribute to project planning, timelines, milestones, and collaboration.
• Participate in lab meetings, seminars, and scientific presentations.