Post Doctoral Scholar- Microbial Infection and Immunity

Job Title

Post Doctoral Scholar – Microbial Infection and Immunity

Medicine | School of Biomedical Sciences, Department of Microbial Infection & Immunity

Post Doctoral Scholar to pursue research studying mechanisms controlling plasma membrane repair and cell death pathways during infection and inflammation under the guidance of a scientific mentor in the Department of Microbial Infection & Immunity. Designs, conducts, and evaluates research experiments; plans and executes advanced cellular biology, molecular biology, quantitative fluorescence microscopy, live‑cell imaging, and flow cytometry research techniques and procedures;

develops, adopts and implements new laboratory methods; analyzes and interprets data; writes research papers for publication; performs scientific literature searches; presents research findings at local, national, or international scientific meetings; applies for postdoctoral fellowships; assists PI with writing and submitting grant proposals to obtain extramural funding in support of research; participates in journal clubs, laboratory meetings, and department seminars and activities;

assists with training of other lab members.

MD, PhD, or MD/PhD required.

• Ability to interact in a highly multidisciplinary environment
• Experience with cellular biology, molecular biology, quantitative fluorescence microscopy, live‑cell imaging, and flow cytometry research techniques and procedures
• Experience with animal handling and husbandry (desired)
• Successful completion of a background check; qualified candidates may be requested to complete a pre‑employment physical, including a drug screen

• Location:
  
  Biomedical Research Tower (0112)
• Position type:
  Term (Fixed Term)
• Scheduled hours: 40 per week
• Shift: First Shift

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan with generous employer contributions

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.