- Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.
- Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
- Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
- Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
- Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
- Attend required Cincinnati Children's training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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postdoctoral research associate-prevention of preterm birth - Cincinnati, OH , USA, United States - Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
Description
Dr.Sing Sing Way's Laboratory in the Division of Infectious Diseases has an immediate opening for a Research Fellow or Research Associate (3 years of post doc experience) to perform research investigating how the immune system works and how immune responses are regulated.
The ongoing projects currently revolve around two physiological contexts:(1) reproduction, pregnancy, and immunological changes unique to the maternal-fetal dyad, and (2) commensal tolerance including systemic and local immunological changes in mucosal barrier tissues in health and disease. This position is supported by funding from the NIAID-NIH, but open to all applicant regardless of visa status. Dr. Way's laboratory has been at the leading edge of these scientific areas for the past 10 years with seminal publications in Nature, Science, Cell, and Cell Host Microbe. Please contact Dr. Way directly ) for interest or questions.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cincinnati Children's Research and Training at a Glance:
Compensation and Benefits:
Living in Cincinnati
EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Ph.
D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, supervisory ability, and an innovative approach to experimental design. Computer literate and working knowledge of software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database). Analytical ability sufficient to compare data; mathematical ability sufficient to perform algebraic calculations and statistical analysis. Ability to synthesize information and to create and deal with new situations by applying past experiences. Expressed willingness to teach others and share results. Capable of meeting time demands necessary to execute experiments.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
Experience in immunology, use of mice and flow cytometry.
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