Postdoctoral Associate - Dermatology

Postdoctoral Associate

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Dermatology – Wound Healing Molecular Laboratory has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Postdoctoral Associate to work in Miami, Florida.

The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.

• Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
• Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

• The Sr. Postdoctoral Research Fellow takes responsibility for conducting assigned and/or original research projects autonomously and supervising defined research projects according to the PI’s instructions.
• Performs molecular biology and cell biology techniques such as nucleic acid extraction and manipulation, PCR, RT-PCR, Western blot analysis, immunostaining, cell culture, cell transfections, cell sorting.
• Performs Omics (transcriptomic and proteomic) experiments and computational data analyses of next generation sequencing data and MS and O-Link proteomics data.
• Remains informed and up-to-date relative to current publications relating to the area of research.
• Maintains accurate records of research findings and the analysis of results.
• Assists in the preparation of manuscripts for publication and grant applications.
• Presents research findings internally and UM and at professional meetings.
• Mentors students, technicians, and junior postdocs in basic and clinical aspects of translational research.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education: Doctorate degree in relevant field required.

Experience: No previous experience required.

Certification and Licensing: Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Job Status:
Full time

Employee Type:
Staff

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.