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    Postdoctoral Researcher - Kennesaw, United States - Kennesaw State University

    Kennesaw State University
    Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, United States

    6 days ago

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    About Us


    Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country.

    With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia¿s colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students.

    Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe.

    Our university¿s vibrant culture, career opportunities, and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are searching for talented people to join our mission. Come to KSU and find your passion.

    Location

    Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

    Department Information

    May work non-traditional shifts (evenings, nights and/or weekends)

    Job Summary


    Postdoctoral Researchers support teams of KSU faculty and students (undergraduate and graduate students), which engage with external collaborators from other universities, community members, government agencies, and/or private sector entities to stimulate innovation, capacity-building, and sustainability of research and scholarly activity at KSU.

    Responsibilities


    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Plans and executes experimental activities, data analyses, submission of reports or of manuscripts to peer-reviewed publications, and/or attendance and presentation of research findings at appropriate venues of dissemination
    • Develops and contributes to new ideas for research proposals and directions within the research group
    • Develops an Individual Development Plan (IDP) in collaboration with faculty mentor
    • Generates revenue by securing grants and participates in departmental and institutional career development programs, such as grant writing workshops
    • Prepares project budget and ensures funded project operates within budget guidelines
    • Maintains official records and documents, and ensures compliance with institutional policies, and federal, state and local regulations
    • Establishes working relationships and cooperative arrangements with internal and external partners
    • Engages in research and publication
    • Responsible for teaching qualified courses and may include lecture and/or laboratory components, as assigned
    Required Qualifications

    Educational Requirements

    Ph.
    D. from an accredited institution of higher education or obtainment of Ph.
    D. within six (6) months of hire

    Preferred Qualifications

    Additional Preferred Qualifications

    Performs research duties, literature review, data analysis, manuscript and report preparation, and supervision of students.

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities


    ABILITIES
    Able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and to continue working legally for the proposed term of the appointment

    Able to handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously to meet assigned deadlines


    KNOWLEDGE
    Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative research on a team of faculty and students with the ability to meet deliverables and milestones

    Demonstrated creative and proactive approach towards problem solving

    Knowledge of and experience in general analytical methods development and good analytical practices

    Knowledge of experience in cell biology, molecular biology, or related fields

    Maintains a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field


    SKILLS
    Outstanding proposal and paper writing skills

    Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills

    Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e. Microsoft Office suite)

    Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills

    Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

    Experience with tissue culture, fluorescence microscopy, trypanosomatid biology, Leishmania biology, protein purification and characterization, RNA interference

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study.

    To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

    For additional information or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202,

    Other Information

    This is not a supervisory position.

    This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

    This position will not be required to drive.

    This role is not considered a position of trust.

    This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

    This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

    This position does not require security clearance.

    Background Check


    • Standard Enhanced
    • Education


    Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation.

    Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.

    Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

    All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process.

    Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.



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