Job ID: 20152350F
Job date: 2018-02-07
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Company : Washington State University Country : Role : Postdoc
Job date: 2018-02-07
End Date:
Company : Washington State University Country : Role : Postdoc
Job Description:
As a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Driskell Lab, a successful candidate will develop his or her own project investigating the function of fibroblast heterogeneity in the skin during development and wound repair using state of the art technologies in animal model systems. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere with the lab and the School of Molecular Biosciences. Responsibilities Include: -Investigating novel animal models for experimentation in the context of skin development and repair. -Integrating developmental and computational biology. -Presenting the research through oral presentation and publication. -Designing and carrying out experiments in the lab. -Demonstrate commitment to promoting diversity in the workplace. Required Qualifications : -Ph.D. in Genetics, Computational Biology, Cell Biology or Biochemistry. -Experience with transgenic mouse models, genetics and animal husbandry. -Experience with histological and microscopy techniques. -Experience in bioinformatics and gene expression profiling. -Experience with confocal microscopy, RNA and protein extraction, and qRT- PCR . -Excellent computer skills, especially with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Mac. -The ability to problem-solve and learn new experimental techniques. Preferred Qualifications: -Basic knowledge of viral and bacterial infections and cell culture. -Ability to perform chromatin immunoprecipitation. -Basic knowledge of R, Python and other computer languages is desired. -Demonstrated outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written. -No more than one year of post-doc experience.
Additional Info:
View the Benefits Overview for information regarding competitive benefits available. Anticipated Start Date Tenure Track : No Full-Time/Part-Time : Full Time Appointment Status : Temporary Position Term in Months:12 Monthly Salary : Commensurate with qualifications and experience Background Check : Yes Posting Detail Information Type of Recruitment :Open Recruitment Posting Open Date : 02/05/2018 Screening Begin Date : 03/01/2018 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled (overrides close field) : Yes Special Instructions to Applicants : Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) Curriculum Vitae 2) a cover letter and 3) contact information for two (2) – three (3) professional references. Please note, professional references should be provided by immediate supervisors. Reference letters will be automatically requested and obtained from the reference provider through the WSU online application system. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. EEO Statement : WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER . Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU is committed to excellence through diversity and faculty-friendly policy action, including partner accommodation and NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation programs (http://www.advance.wsu.edu/). WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521(v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. Posting Number : 20152350F [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
As a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Driskell Lab, a successful candidate will develop his or her own project investigating the function of fibroblast heterogeneity in the skin during development and wound repair using state of the art technologies in animal model systems. The successful candidate will be highly motivated and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere with the lab and the School of Molecular Biosciences. Responsibilities Include: -Investigating novel animal models for experimentation in the context of skin development and repair. -Integrating developmental and computational biology. -Presenting the research through oral presentation and publication. -Designing and carrying out experiments in the lab. -Demonstrate commitment to promoting diversity in the workplace. Required Qualifications : -Ph.D. in Genetics, Computational Biology, Cell Biology or Biochemistry. -Experience with transgenic mouse models, genetics and animal husbandry. -Experience with histological and microscopy techniques. -Experience in bioinformatics and gene expression profiling. -Experience with confocal microscopy, RNA and protein extraction, and qRT- PCR . -Excellent computer skills, especially with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Mac. -The ability to problem-solve and learn new experimental techniques. Preferred Qualifications: -Basic knowledge of viral and bacterial infections and cell culture. -Ability to perform chromatin immunoprecipitation. -Basic knowledge of R, Python and other computer languages is desired. -Demonstrated outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written. -No more than one year of post-doc experience.
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View the Benefits Overview for information regarding competitive benefits available. Anticipated Start Date Tenure Track : No Full-Time/Part-Time : Full Time Appointment Status : Temporary Position Term in Months:12 Monthly Salary : Commensurate with qualifications and experience Background Check : Yes Posting Detail Information Type of Recruitment :Open Recruitment Posting Open Date : 02/05/2018 Screening Begin Date : 03/01/2018 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled (overrides close field) : Yes Special Instructions to Applicants : Applicants must attach the following documents to their online application: 1) Curriculum Vitae 2) a cover letter and 3) contact information for two (2) – three (3) professional references. Please note, professional references should be provided by immediate supervisors. Reference letters will be automatically requested and obtained from the reference provider through the WSU online application system. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements. EEO Statement : WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER . Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply. WSU is committed to excellence through diversity and faculty-friendly policy action, including partner accommodation and NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation programs (http://www.advance.wsu.edu/). WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521(v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu. Posting Number : 20152350F [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]