Postdoctoral Associate

George Washington University, United States

Updated: about 11 hours ago
Location: Washington, PENNSYLVANIA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION


Job Description Summary:
In the Department of Biological Sciences, challenging science courses are just one part of a holistic approach to learning. Our curriculum integrates traditional study with individual mentorship in the lab and service learning and sustainable projects in the community, for a truly interdisciplinary experience.
The Postdoctoral Associate will participate in studies that use C. elegans to investigate the interactions between host intestinal microbiomes and immune responses to viral (Orsay virus) and fungal (microsporidia) pathogens. The successful applicant will gain expertise in various techniques, including gene expression analysis, gene editing, infection assays, fluorescence in situ hybridization, and microscopy, as part of their investigation into intestinal innate immunity. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative environment that includes researchers at all levels working together towards common research goals.
Duties:
  • In lab research in innate immunity
  • Data analysis
  • Assisting Dr. Lazetic with supervision of students in the lab
  • Assisting Dr. Lazetic with manuscript and grant preparation
  • Maintaining worm and bacterial strains, media preparation
  • Maintaining lab notebook


Performs other work-related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Doctoral degree or comparable doctoral degree in a related discipline. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics
  • C. elegans or other genetic model systems
  • Experience working with DNA and RNA (isolation, PCR, qRT-PCR, cloning)
Typical Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience.

II. POSITION INFORMATION


Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: School of Nursing
Family Research and Labs
Sub-Family Laboratory Research
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full time -> FTE 1.00
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework:
Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- The position is for 1 year. Extension of the position would be contingent on the available funding.
- The application should include a CV, a one-page letter of intent (cover letter) and name of three references who would be available to submit letters of recommendation to Prof. Vladimir Lazetic.
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: R002100
Job Open Date: 12/13/2023
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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