Description

Postdoctoral Research Fellow-Cardiovascular Genetics (CVG) Center-The Brown Foundation Institute of Molecular Medicine.

The successful candidate will use the state-of-the-art techniques to define and characterize the DNA damage, including double-stranded breaks (DSBs) in cardiac cells and delineate the molecular mechanisms responsible for the generation and repair of DSBs in cardiac cells.

Position Summary:

We are looking for highly motivated and detail-oriented candidates with strong scientific background and technical skills to join our research team. The ideal candidate will be able to work under close supervision of the PI within a focused group of researchers in cardiovascular sciences. This postdoctoral position offers early-career researchers the chance to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, learn cutting-edge techniques, and contribute to advancing scientific knowledge in their area of expertise.

Position Key Accountabilities:

• Work closely with the PI in planning and conducting experiments, analyzing data, and preparing publications.

• Assists in training and mentoring lab personnel, including research assistants, graduate students and other trainees.

• Stay up to date with the literature and analyze the data critically.

• Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.

• Possesses strong written and oral communication skills.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

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• Free financial and legal counseling
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• Resources for child and elder care
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Position Summary:

A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.

Position Key Accountabilities:

1. Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
2. Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
3. Reads and evaluates literature.
4. Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
5. Have strong written and oral communication skills.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

• A recent PhD or equivalent in molecular genetics, biology, or a related scientific field, or candidates who are is expected to complete their PhD training.

• A highly self-motivated and dedicated individual who is quick in adopting new technologies.

The candidate will have the opportunity to prepare and submit applications for post-doctoral awards and participate in the grant application preparation with the PI and other faculty at the Center

Minimum Education:

Doctoral/Terminal Degree

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.