Post Doctoral Associate

Overview

University of Toledo has proudly served our community since 1872. We offer competitive wages, access to the Public Employees Retirement System, generous time off allowances and additional wellness benefits. As a part of The University of Toledo employees and their dependents also have access to education benefits at UToledo.

Job no: 501044

Work type: Staff - Contingent

Location: Main Campus - Academic Toledo, OH

Categories: Full-Time, Post Doc, None

Title: Post Doctoral Associate

Department Org: Molecular, Cellular & Dev Biology - 101220

Employee Classification: P1 - Post Doctoral Assoc FT-MC

Bargaining Unit: Bargaining Unit Exempt

Primary

Location:

MC AC

Shift: 1

The post-doctoral role is designed to enhance the research knowledge, skills, and practices of recent doctoral graduates, with a goal of advancing their preparation to engage in fundamental and applied research within their field. The post-doctoral associate supports, plans, and conducts original research and scholarships while working with faculty, staff, and potentially mentoring graduate and undergraduate students at the University of Toledo.

The post-doctoral position carries out research in close collaboration with and primarily under the direction of Principal Investigators and faculty members at the University of Toledo. Typically, this position participates in preparation of technical reports, publications and grant proposals, and collaborates with other members of the research group. This position may also participate in instructional and training activities and in mentoring or supervising undergraduate and graduate students engaged in research activities.

The post-doctoral associate:

• Supports, plans, and conducts original research and scholarly work under supervision and in collaboration with faculty and research staff.
• Collaborates with other members of the research group and participates in preparation of technical reports, publications, and grant proposals.
• Mentors or supervises undergraduate and graduate students engaged in research activities where appropriate.
• May participate in instructional and training activities.

• PhD, MD, or terminal degree in (specify related disciplines)
• Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills (in English)
• Ability to work cooperatively with a multidisciplinary research team
• Ability to perform research independently and under general direction of the supervisor
• Sound knowledge of best practices in research for the appropriate field
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Must be detail oriented, and highly organized with the ability to keep accurate records
• Demonstrated strong analysis skills

• Experience in human subject research and associated regulations (if needed)
• Experience in animal research and associated regulations (if needed)
• Ability to provide general laboratory maintenance and oversee day-to-day operations
• List of specialized skills required (i.e., instrumentation, laboratory techniques, archival research)
• Must be familiar with chemical hygiene and biosafety procedures, and complete required training in such procedures (if needed)

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance athrcompliance or  between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

Computer access is available at most public libraries and at the Office of Human Resources located in the Center for Administrative Support on the UToledo Main Campus.

Advertised: 26 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 21 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Main Campus
Center for Administrative Support

Hours:

8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone:
Fax:
Human Resources Department