Postdoctoral Scholar; Medicine Biomedical Sciences - Medicine

Department

College of Medicine, Medicine Biomedical Sciences

The Ruberto Lab at Florida State University invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate to contribute to research on drug discovery and drug resistance in unicellular eukaryotic parasites. The candidate’s primary project will involve cellular and molecular profiling of malaria-causing Plasmodium falciparum parasites with varying tolerance to clinical and experimental antimalarials.

• Responsible for performing scientific experiments under the direction of the principal investigator related to cellular and molecular profiling of malaria-causing Plasmodium falciparum parasites with varying tolerance to clinical and experimental antimalarials.
• Designing and implementing experiments, managing day-to-day lab activities, and other related tasks as assigned.
• Assures implementation of safety procedures and instructs lab members in procedures and operation of laboratory equipment.
• Maintain current knowledge of research techniques through library literature and attendance at campus seminars.
• Presents research findings through lab presentations and seminars.
• Writes manuscripts and assists the PI in reviewing and writing grants. Other duties as assigned.

A PhD in a relevant field conferred within the last five years is required.

Experience in cellular and molecular parasitology, ‘omics technologies, bioinformatics, and/or drug discovery is preferred.

Salary commensurate with experience.

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.