Post-Doctoral Fellow

Job Description:
This position is responsible for conducting research in an area inflammation biology, therapeutic antibodies and related to the goals of the Department of Genomic Medicine and Infectious Diseases. With guidance and consultation from the PI, designs and executes experiments and/or scientific software and analyzes experimental results/data. As a member of a scientific team led by one or more Professors, Post-Doctoral Fellows are expected to help develop new scientific projects by assisting with the preparation of proposals that seek resources to support new or ongoing projects. Trains and supervises staff assigned to the Department. Publishes results of work in peer-reviewed journals. Attends and makes presentations at scientific meetings. Participates in JCVI laboratory meetings and serves on JCVI scientific working groups.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with conducting research in defined areas related to the goals of the Institute.
• Designs and executes scientific experiments and/or scientific software; analyzes and interprets experimental results/data; reviews findings with PI.
• Trains and supervises research associates and/or students and/or data specialists assigned to the Department.
• Publishes results of scientific work in peer-reviewed journals.
• Keeps current with knowledge in relevant scientific discipline through continued reading of the literature.
• Attends and participates in national and international scientific meetings.
• Participates in JCVI laboratory meetings and scientific working groups.
• Interacts with the Laboratory Director and Department Director on matters of mutual scientific interest.
• Works cooperatively with other staff when necessary to achieve JCVI research goals.
• Abides by environmental, health and safety policies and procedures. This includes reporting potential hazards and when necessary helping to implement solutions to ensure safety and respect for the environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned. <7li>
• Strictly adheres to all documented JCVI policies and procedures to include carrying out all functions required of Institute employees (i.e. completion of timesheets in an accurate and timely manner).

Qualifications:

JCVI offers an excellent working environment and competitive benefits package. JCVI offers an excellent working environment and competitive benefits package. Prerequisites:

• M.D., D.M.D or Ph.D. in relevant scientific discipline such as Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Metabolism, Bioinformatics required. Hands-on laboratory experience preferably in an independent project preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. Animal experiments will be necessary as well as human sample handling.
• High level of discretion for confidential work and information; ability to appropriately handle critical information and sensitive situations.
• Ability to conduct investigations in relevant scientific areas.
• Must be able to formulate experimental hypotheses and analyze and interpret scientific data.
• Strong Macintosh/PC computer aptitude, including experience with word processing and/or spreadsheet software and/or data analysis and database software.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory safety procedures.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and shift priorities simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts; ability to work as an effective team member.
• Cooperative and service-oriented attitude; must be able to work under pressure and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Ability to use sound judgment to effectively solve problems within the scope of the position.
• High level of initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Superior verbal and written communications skills.

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Requeriments :

• Doctorate Degree

Skills :

• Software Design

Areas :

• Bioinformatics

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Additional Info:
JCVI offers an excellent working environment and competitive benefits package. Equal Employment Opportunity.

The J. Craig Venter Institute was formed in October 2006 through the merger of several affiliated and legacy organizations — The Institute for Genomic Research (TIGR) and The Center for the Advancement of Genomics (TCAG), The J. Craig Venter Science Foundation, The Joint Technology Center, and the Institute for Biological Energy Alternatives (IBEA). Today all these organizations have become one large multidisciplinary genomic-focused organization. With more than 250 scientists and staff, more than 250,000 square feet of laboratory space, and locations in Rockville, Maryland and La Jolla, California, JCVI is a world leader in genomic research.

Please visit our web site at www.jcvi.org

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