Postdoctoral Associate

Postdoctoral Associate

Conduct independent research activities under the guidance of a faculty mentor in preparation for a full time academic or research career.

Work Performed:

• The Postdoctoral Appointee holds a PhD or equivalent doctorate (e.g. ScD, MD, DVM).
• The appointment involves substantially full-time research or scholarship, and may include teaching responsibilities.
• The appointment is generally preparatory for a full time academic or research career.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.

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