Postdoctoral Research Associate
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biomedical Science, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Biotech Research
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Position Details
Banner Position Number - R10918
Position Title
- Postdoctoral Research Associate
Classification Title - MURC-Biological Scientists
Department - SOM-Bio Medical Science - RC5130
Job Description
- Position Summary
Duration:
Initial term with potential for two additional years (contingent upon funding, laboratory needs, and performance).
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a 30-minute lunch break).
Position Summary The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct high-throughput, hands-on benchwork to advance lab research timelines and secure publishable data. This role requires strict adherence to weekly experimental benchmarks and data reporting structures.
Key Responsibilities
- Core Experimental Benchwork
- Perform macrophage infections and cytokine ELISAs.
- Construct, purify, and analyze His-tagged proteins.
- Utilize LC-MS/MS for metabolomics analysis.
- Handle in vivo animal work and procedures.
- Adapt to shifting experimental responsibilities as directed by the Principal Investigator.
- Data Management & Reporting
- Yield at least one piece of publishable data every week.
- Submit a detailed written summary of data, protocols, and outcomes every Friday afternoon.
- Performance Metrics & Expectations
- Weekly Output:
Completion of either two major experiments (e.g., macrophage infections, ELISAs) or three minor experiments (e.g., MIC/MBC, growth curves) per week. - Evaluation:
Continuous assessment against deliverables, with an intensive evaluation of work ethic and technical capabilities during the initial 90-day probationary period.
Location - MUSOM
- Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range
- Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Required Qualifications
Education
- Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related biological science field.
Experience
- No experience required
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number - MR0888
Open Date - 08/14/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
- Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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