Postdoctoral Research Scientist

4 weeks ago


Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. The selected candidate will work in the Laboratory of Dr. Elias Spiliotis, focusing on spatial organization of eukaryotic cell biology.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform research in consultation with the PI using microscopy, biochemical, and/or molecular biology experimentation.
  • Interact and mentor students, analyze and present data, publish research papers and reviews, and contribute to lab operations and grant applications.
  • Develop and implement cutting-edge research projects in the areas of neurite morphogenesis, cancer cell invasion, and spatial control of intracellular transport.
Requirements
  • Doctoral degree at the time of hiring.
  • Experience with advanced fluorescence microscopy, image processing and analysis, protein biochemistry, and cell and tissue culture.
Preferred Skills
  • Cell and molecular biology.
  • Small animal surgery.
Physical Demands

This position requires extensive periods of standing and squatting while conducting experiments, as well as keyboarding and other bench work requiring finer finger manipulation.

Application Instructions

Please apply through Workday and complete an application online. Include a CV/resume, a cover letter, and contact information for 3 references.



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