Postdoctoral Fellow

Position Description:

Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way—with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW).

In the role of PostDoc Fellow you will beworking in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 

Purpose

We are looking for highly motivated applicants to provide supports for a variety of cell biology, cancer research and bioinformatics projects carried out in the lab. We are also eager to help you to establish a basket of top-notch skills for your enthusiasm in our research and solid publications for your career development. We have well-funded projects on tumor initiation and metastasis, tumor microenvironment, tumor-immune system interaction focusing on Neurofibromatosis Type I (NF1)-assoicated tumors. These projects will use mouse models and data-driven hypotheses to study mechanisms of tumorigenesis and metastasis and explore novel treatments strategies with the cancer stem cell concept and tools. The candidate will take advantage of essential cell models, mouse models to conduct in vivo and in vitro laboratory experiments, data analysis, experiement desgin and manuscript preparing. Effective communication is expected between the candidate and the lab PI and team members in either one on one settings or in lab meetings.

Primary Functions

• Culture primary neuronal and stem cells, transfection of cell lines, drug treatment and viability evaluation and maintain cell lines or culture.
• Perform specific experiments that may include dissection of neuronal or skin tissue from mice embryos, sectioning and staining tissue with antibodies and cellular markers, and performing mice in vivo experiment.
• Help design experiments and hypothesis building for various research projects.
• Record and compile careful, accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results. Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data and quality control of assays.
• Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research.
• Help to train rotating graduate students in dissection and culturing skills and laboratory record keeping.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Basic wet lab abilities immunofluorescence staining, animal dissection, and microscope use. Data analysis, communication, and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication skills, record keeping, and the ability to present key data to other members of the team and collaborators is mandatory. Self-motivation and the ability to think independently and critically is crucial.

Preferred Schedule:
M-F 8-5 pm

Position Requirements:

Minimum Required Education:               Ph.D. or M.D. degree in scientific field

Minimum Required Experience:              Wet lab skills and systematic molecular biology training             

Field:                                        Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, and Immunology or related field

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. 

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers  

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.  MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine.  MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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