Postdoctoral Researcher - Microbiology and Immunology

Postdoctoral Researcher

• Microbiology and Immunology The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.
• 3.

7 Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance 403(b) Pet insurance Qualifications Records management Delegation Full Job Description Summary As a Postdoctoral Researcher, and according to the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), you will be an individual who has received a doctoral degree (or equivalent) and is engaged in a temporary and defined period of mentored advanced research training to enhance the professional skills and research independence needed to pursue his or her chosen career path. In addition, according to the National Postdoc Association (NPA), Postdoctoral appointees can pursue basic, clinical or translational projects so long as their primary effort is devoted toward their own scholarship. Postdocs are essential to the scholarly mission of the mentor and host institution, and thus are expected to have the freedom to publish the results of their scholarship. Primary Responsibilities Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures and protocols. Participate in discovery projects. Coordinate research study activities; lead and manage projects. Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings. Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts. Participate in meetings with principle investigator and research staff in which you will evaluate/interpret the validity of data, develop methodologies, and design and evaluate lab procedures. Maintain supplies, may require negotiation with vendors, and track purchase orders. May oversee the work of laboratory personnel including training and development as well as daily work direction, delegation and establishing priorities. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge

• Skills
• Abilities Required knowledge in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and statistics Documentation, records management and data utilization skills Complex problem solving, critical thinking, and resource management Writing skills

Qualifications Minimum Required Education:

PhD in a scientific field or

MD Minimum Required Experience:

Minimum experience: 0-3 years of prior postdoc experience Physical Requirements Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously. Work Environment Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment. Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects. Why MCW? Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options 403B Retirement Package Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Pet Insurance On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc. For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers At MCW all of our endeavors, from our internal operations to our interactions with our partners, are driven by our shared organizational values: Caring

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