Howard University · 3 months ago
Postdoctoral Fellow
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$53K/yr - $53K/yrHoward University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Physiology & Biophysics to research pregnancy-related disorders and their long-term health impacts. The role involves conducting experiments, data analyses, and participating in the design of research studies using advanced life science technologies.
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Responsibilities
Performs basic molecular biology techniques including gel electrophoresis; genotyping of mouse models, growth of bacteria and preparation of plasmids DNA, cloning, and mutagenesis; isolation of DNAs, RNAs and proteins from mammalian cells and tissues samples
Perform PCR and RT-PCR, western blotting, mitochondrial analyses, mammalian cell culture, treatment and analysis, as well as other standard techniques for biochemical, cellular and molecular biology
Able to conduct general laboratory maintenance and activities such as preparing buffer and reagents for biochemical, molecular, cellular and histological tests, perform cell and tissue-based experimentation and mouse based in vitro and in vivo analyses
Provide help to the laboratory personnel and train high schoolers, undergraduate and graduate students, medical students and residents in the laboratory settings
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Biomedical science/Genetics/Cell Biology/Biochemistry for Postdoctoral Fellow
B.S. and M.S. in life sciences or related disciplines for Research Associate
Basic working knowledge of scientific methods, computer, or experimental testing
Ability to perform basic molecular biology techniques including gel electrophoresis, genotyping of mouse models, growth of bacteria and preparation of plasmids DNA, cloning, and mutagenesis
Ability to isolate DNAs, RNAs and proteins from mammalian cells and tissues samples
Ability to perform PCR and RT-PCR, western blotting, mitochondrial analyses, mammalian cell culture, treatment and analysis
Ability to conduct general laboratory maintenance and activities such as preparing buffer and reagents for biochemical, molecular, cellular and histological tests
Ability to perform cell and tissue-based experimentation and mouse based in vitro and in vivo analyses
Ability to provide help to the laboratory personnel and train high schoolers, undergraduate and graduate students, medical students and residents in the laboratory settings
Ambitious and highly motivated person to lead studies focused on elucidating the underlying mechanisms related to placental mitophagy, metabolism and communications with other major organs
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
Company
Howard University
Howard University is a federally chartered, private, coeducational, and nonsectarian university.
Founded in 1867
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$29.9MKey Investors
Gilead SciencesAmerican Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)
2024-02-27Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0.02M
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Sterling Brown Endowed Chair, Department of English
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