Postdoctoral Fellow
3 weeks ago
POSITION SUMMARY: The Postdoctoral Fellow for the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology will be responsible for studying the sequence, structure, function relationships of nanoparticle and nanopore-forming peptides.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Ph.D. or M.D., within 12 months of hiring.
- Research experience in biochemistry, biotechnology, cell biology, or microbiology.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
- Proficient research skills and the ability to effectively perform biochemistry and cell biology research.
- Strong computer skills, including an advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and/or Power Point software applications.
- Solid analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to read literature and understand its content with analytic mind.
- Ability to independently work on research assignments and create new projects, as assigned by the PI.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multi-task, and prioritize work assignments.
- Ability to give oral presentation of experimental results in lab meetings and research conferences.
SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Not applicable
REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:
Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. None
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
An incumbent assigned this classification will perform some or all of the following universal essential functions approximately 95 percent of his/her time:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
Typical % Allocation
Function: Designs and executes experiments; using the following techniques: peptide synthesis, HPLC, cell biology, tissue culture, confocal microscopy, fluorescence, flow cytometry. Fluorescence spectroscopy, and circular dichroism spectroscopy. Analyzes data and images. Prepares data charts and presents experimental findings.
Performance Standards: Actively participates and engages in scientific research, independently designs, performs and interprets experiments with thoughtful analysis, neatly organizes data, and orally articulates data analysis and experimental findings.
80% of job
Function: Reviews manuscripts, drafts new manuscripts, and writes reviews or book articles.
Performance Standards: Effectively writes logical, readable and publishable manuscripts.
15% of job
Function: Performs other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description.
Performance Standards: Exhibits a willingness to assume additional duties. Seeks the guidance of immediate supervisor prior to beginning an unfamiliar assignment.
5% of job
Total Essential Percentage Allocation for All Essential Functions
100%
UNIVERSAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Completes all assigned duties by established deadlines and in accordance with established or defined protocols, policies, and procedures.
Apprises supervisor of issues that might impede timely completion of assigned duties and/or departmental projects.
Exercises sound judgment and discretion at all times and maintains cooperative working relationships with both internal and external constituencies and co-workers.
Exhibits a willingness to perform other duties as requested or required efficiently and timely.
Complies with all policies and procedures as stipulated in the Tulane Staff Handbook.
- Proficient research skills and the ability to effectively perform biochemistry and cell biology research.
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