Post Doctoral Researcher to pursue specialized research training, education and experience under the guidance of a scientific mentor in the Department of xxx; plans, designs and executes experiments of considerable scope and complexity in the assigned research lab; collects and analyzes data for research sponsored by appropriate agencies and Institutions; identifies and selects problems to be studied; develops and troubleshoots new experimental techniques and protocols; attends research seminars; contributes to manuscript preparation and supports technical writing; participates in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding; performs additional duties as assigned.

Participates in experiment design and evaluation; executes experiments; performs data analysis; reports to principal investigator (PI);

Develops new methods for research; develops and details understanding of current relevant scientific literature;

Develops and troubleshoots new experimental techniques and protocols which benefit the general research laboratory; prepares research results for publication in reports, papers, journals, books and other media; prepares seminars and lectures for dissemination of knowledge, particularly the results of research undertaken; attends research reviews and seminars;

Participates in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding; participates in preparation of manuscripts for publication; supports grant writing; performs additional duties as assigned;

Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences required; Requires successful completion of a background check. Selected candidate may be requested to complete a pre-employment physical including a drug screen. 24 months research experience required.