À propos de ce poste Postdoctoral Fellow chez Albany Medical Center
Department/Unit:
Immunology & Microbial DiseaseWork Shift:
Day (United States of America)Salary Range:
$0.00 - $0.00Job Description SummaryA postdoctoral fellow position is available in Dr. Peter McKenney’s laboratory in the Department of Immunology and Microbial Disease at Albany Medical College. We are looking for an individual with a passion for science and discovery to lead an independent project related to the lab’s research on biofilm dispersion, host-microbe interactions and bacterial cell biology of C. difficile and Enterococcus infection.
Job Duties:
• Design, conduct, and troubleshoot hypothesis-testing experiments
• Select and determine appropriate research procedures
• Collect, compile, and analyze data
• Conduct literature searches and summarize information
• Document and interpret experimental results
• Prepare figures to depict findings, write papers, and present at scientific meetings
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. in microbiology, immunology, or a related area
Knowledge of bacteriology and molecular genetics
Competence in standard experimental techniques such as cloning, qPCR, fluorescence microscopy, etc.
Highly self-motivated with outstanding experimental skills and an ability to independently troubleshoot and adapt new techniques to our systems of study.
Demonstrated writing and presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with mouse models of infection or human organoid models
Experience working with 16S, metagenomic or RNA-seq sequencing data
Experience with anaerobic bacteriology
This is a full-time position with full medical benefits. The PI will work with the successful applicant to develop a training plan to guide the applicant in achieving their longer-term career goals.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter specifying past accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, and contact information of three references.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
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