Medical College of Wisconsin · 4 hours ago
Postdoctoral Researcher
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelThe Medical College of Wisconsin is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in the laboratory of Dr. William Drobyski, focusing on transplantation immunology and immuno oncology. The role involves conducting research on the immunobiology of bone marrow transplantation and participating in clinical trials, while also developing professional skills for an independent career.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
Responsibilities
Transition to career independence through the development of professional skills that enable the postdoc to actively pursue a career of his/her own choosing
Be supervised by at least one senior scholar who actively promotes the postdoc's professional development
Establish an individual development plan (IDP) that incorporates equally the postdoc's career and training goals and the mentor's research goals
Pursue basic, clinical, or translational projects so long as effort is focused primarily on research
Publish results of the postdoc's research and scholarship during their appointment
The postdoctoral appointment is temporary by nature, the aggregate amount of time spent as a postdoc is recommended to not exceed five years (not including family medical leave or maternity/paternity leave)
As postdocs are important members of the host institution's community, appropriate levels of compensation, health care, and other benefits commensurate with their essential status should be afforded, independent of the postdoc's source of funding
Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures and protocols pertaining to bone marrow transplantation
Participate in discovery projects
Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects
Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings
Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts
Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff in which you will evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, and design and evaluate lab procedures
Maintain supplies, may require negotiation with vendors, and track purchase orders
May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction, delegation and establishing priorities
Assist in training students and more junior member of the laboratory. Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
PhD in Immunology, Microbiology or related field
Research skills include immunology, molecular and cellular biology techniques
Required knowledge: biology, chemistry, mathematics, statistics, documentation, records management, data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills
Must be adept at designing and performing experiments and interpreting data
Excellent communication skills
Preferred
Immunology, including mouse models, flow cytometry and/or molecular biology
Benefits
Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
403B Retirement Package
Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Pet Insurance
On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
Company
Medical College of Wisconsin
Medical College of Wisconsin is a school in Milwaukee.
Founded in 1893
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