Postdoctoral Associate--Camlin Lab

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Associate--Camlin Lab.

Location:

Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi,
United States

Division:
School of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences

Position Type:
Staff

Employment Status:
Full Time

Grant Funded:
No

Pay Grade:
Generic Grade

Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled

Please include a CV, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references. For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Nikki Camlin (nicole.camlin).

The Camlin Lab has a postdoctoral position available in reproductive biology / cell and molecular research in the School of Biological, Environmental, and Earth Sciences at the University of Southern Mississippi. The postdoctoral associates work will be primarily focused on M-Phase regulation in mouse oocyte meiosis from the perspective of phosphatases, however, some yeast and cell culture models may be used.

Other duties may include grant and manuscript preparation, and supervision of graduate and undergraduate students. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and have the ability to work independently. Funding is available for one year but could be extended contingent on funding.

• Work closely with PI to plan, design, and execute research activities.
• Lead oocyte M-Phase research, which will include mouse oocyte collection and culture.
• Perform standard cell and molecular biology experiments (e.g., immunoblotting, molecular cloning, immunofluorescence, etc).
• Data analysis.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and data records.
• Prepare reports and peer-reviewed publications.
• Train and mentor graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences (Cell and Molecular Biology, Reproduction, Genetics, or a related field) from an accredited college or university; and demonstrable record of publishing scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals.
• Strong background in cell and molecular biology or reproductive biology in terms of theory and lab techniques.

• Proficiency with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., immunoblotting, immunofluorescence, etc).
• Strong troubleshooting skills in lab.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Meticulous attention to detail; ability to follow rigorous methodological protocols.
• Ability to work independently and multi-task.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills in a diverse lab group.

The ideal candidate will possess demonstrable experience conducting mammalian oocyte and/or preimplantation embryo research, coupled with proficiency in immunofluorescence techniques, including confocal microscopy and live cell imaging. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have experience with mouse model research. Furthermore, they will exhibit proven competency in data analysis, ensuring the rigorous interpretation and presentation of research findings.

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