1. Post Doctoral Associate
- Miami, FL
- Full time
- Posted Today
- R100063492
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The Hussman Institute is currently seeking a full time Post Doctoral Associate to work in Miami. The Post Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.
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Department Specific Functions
The John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to work on the statistical and genetic epidemiological aspects of Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), as part of a multidisciplinary AD research team, led by Dr. Zuchner. This team of investigators is comprised of molecular geneticists, neurologists, bioinformaticians, and statistical and genetic epidemiologists who work together on studies related to rare neurological diseases. The qualified candidate will work on research directed towards identifying genes and the mechanisms that they influence to increase the risk and outcomes associated with rare neurological diseases. The candidate will gain experience with next generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis in families and unrelated individuals from multi-ethnic populations.
Core Qualifications
Certification and Licensing:
Not Applicable
• Basic molecular genetics laboratory skills
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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2. Post Doctoral Associate
- Coral Gables, FL
- Full time
- Posted Today
- R100063545
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Job Description Summary
The postdoctoral associate will assist with conducting multiple projects related to upper and lower extremity injury and rehabilitation. The postdoctoral associate will engage in recruitment, collaboration with other members of the Sports Medicine Institute (Miller School of Medicine) and Sports Medicine & Motion Analysis Laboratory (School of Education & Human Development), administration of intervention and assessment, data entry, data collection, data analysis, interpretation, manuscript preparation, submission, dissemination via presentations and reporting. In addition, the postdoctoral associate will develop and submit a postdoctoral fellowship grant applications to multiple grant opportunities.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Job duties:
- Assist research projects with administration of assessments, interventions, and completion of data collection.
- Organize data. Ensure data quality. Perform data analysis.
- Produce peer-reviewed journal publications, manuscript writing.
- Develop and submit a postdoctoral fellowship application grant to multiple grant opportunities. Utilize workshops/resources as necessary.
- Oversee/train other members of the lab toward reliable data collection/analysis.
- Maintain/troubleshoot equipment for biomechanical and neurophysiological assessments. Collaborate with other members of the lab/center.
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3. Post Doctoral Associate
- Miami, FL
- Full time
- Posted Today
- R100059988
Current Employees:
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The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine – UHealth is home to some of the brightest minds in the world. Out Faculty teach students who represent the future of medicine. Our researchers are discovering breakthrough patient treatments. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Come join our team!
Dr. Glen N Barber in the Department of Cell biology a leading research laboratory in the field of Viral Oncolysis has received NCI funding for the development of a novel vaccine to prevent and possibly treat Human T cell leukemia virus type-1 (HTLV-1) associated diseases. HTLV-1 is a human retrovirus that is the causative agent of a malignant T CD4+ cell lymphoproliferation referred to as Adult T cell leukemia/lymphoma (ATLL), as well as several inflammatory disorders with the most problematic being human myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis (HAM/TSP). Dr. Glen N Barber has a current position open for an enthusiastic, self-motivated POSTDOCTORAL fellow to pursue this five-year project. This individual will be responsible for performing a wide variety of experiments related to viral oncolytic therapies. Will be manipulating and producing all the proposed Recombinant VSV vaccines proposed in this study. Will test all the vaccination regimens, T-cell Proliferation assays and Antibody neutralization experiments using a variety of mouse models.
The Department of Cell Biology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Post Doctoral Associate. The Post-Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post-Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Strong experience with cell culture, and Molecular Biology techniques such as DNA and RNA purification, cloning, qPCR, Western Blot, immuno-precipitation, post-translational regulation, cell signaling is required.
Strong experience in T-cells assays (CTL), ELISA, cancer models and immunotherapy. Immunohistochemistry knowledge and Flow Cytometry is desired.
Experience with Recombinant Viral Vaccines and neutralizing Antibody Assays is required.
Ability to perform in vivo experiments using murine models: breeding of Mouse strains, bleeding and vaccine injections technique proficiency required.
Previous experience with animal experiments: syngeneic Mouse Models development. Strong knowledge of immunology is required; cell biology preferred.
The candidate will need to be able to convey information effectively, to work independently, and to follow verbal and written instructions. Strong analytical skills. Individual must possess advanced knowledge and be capable of exercising considerable latitude for independent judgement, perform non-routine and complex laboratory duties requiring advanced technical skills and proficiency for divisional faculty. Will receive general supervision from the PI of the laboratory. Any appropriate combination of relevant education, certifications, and/or work experience may be considered.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Ph.D. required. PhD in Microbiology and Immunology; Cancer Biology, preferred.
Experience:
Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, In-vivo Mouse Models, preferred. Experience with cell culture, Western blot, DNA and RNA purification, PCR. Strong experience in T-cells assays (CTL), ELISA, cancer models and immunotherapy. Immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry knowledge. Strong experience with animal experiments and a strong knowledge of immunology; cell biology preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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4. Post Doctoral Associate
- Miami, FL
- Full time
- Posted Today
- R100059614
Current Employees:
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The Department of Surgery and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has an exciting opportunity for a full time Post-Doctoral Associate position. The incumbent works on tumor immunology project in breast cancer. The Briegel laboratory focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying tumor progression and treatment resistance, with a focus on transcriptional/epigenetic regulation of cell lineage plasticity and cancer stem cell formation. We use transcriptomic, genomic, and proteomic approaches in combination with patient-derived cell culture and mouse in vivo models of breast cancer.
The postdoctoral candidate will perform independent research examining the crosstalk between cancer stem cells and the immune system, tumor immune evasion, and innate immunity. The candidate will have access to several platforms working with breast cancer patient-derived models and genetic mouse models, including Hyperion imaging cytometry, single-cell RNA sequencing and other spatial multiplex analysis platforms, microscope-imaging systems to perform functional screens.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs immunologic assays (e.g., cytotoxicity assays, myeloid migration studies, immune activity assays, ex vivo co-culture studies, etc.)
Performs stem cell assays (e.g., sphere formation, limiting dilution assays)
Performs flow cytometry and immunophenotyping
Performs immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence
Performs shRNA and CRISPR/Cas9 gene knockdown/knockout studies
Performs molecular analysis (e.g., qPCR, Western Blot, RNA/DNA/protein analysis)
Performs protein-protein interaction studies (Co-immunoprecipitation, PLA, in vitro pulldown assays)
Performs tissue culture experiments with primary cells and established cell lines.
Works with animals and maintains mouse colonies
Rigorously documents and maintains a record of research findings.
Maintains appropriate databases. Ensures accurate written and computerized records.
Effectively communicates and presents results in seminars and at conferences
Prepares research results for publication and grant applications
Maintains up to date knowledge of subject, experimental, and professional related issues.
Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice and guidance.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. (not more than 0-2 years post-graduation) in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, and/or a related field required.
Prior research experience (>4 years) in a scientific laboratory setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
Previous research experience in tumor immunology, spatial transcriptomic/proteomic analysis, protein-protein interaction studies, and/or stem cell analysis is highly desirable. Excellent computer, organization, and problem-solving skills, and a good command of the English language (both verbal and written) are also required.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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- Miami, FL
- Full time
- Posted Yesterday
- R100059407
Current Employees:
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The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a full time Postdoctoral Associate in the laboratory. The incumbent performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community. The main focus of our research is on orthopedics/sports medicine, molecular and cellular mechanisms of inflammation, fibrosis and pain in osteoarthritis (OA). The work involves stem cell-based research, stem cell-free (exosomes) research and OA animal model experiments.
Core Job Functions
- Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
- Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
- Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
- Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
- Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions
- Candidates will support research activities at the University and work under the direction of a principal investigator, program director, or designee of the principal investigator or program director.
- Candidates work under direct supervision, but are expected to carry out research duties with creativity and latitude.
- Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
- Prepares reports of research results for public presentation through seminars and conferences.
- Collects and analyzes data as requested.
- Maintains appropriate databases.
- Ensures accurate written and computerized records.
- Undertakes literature searches for the research project.
- Interprets and present the findings of the literature searches, advising the research teams appropriately regarding potential projects.
- Maintains up to date with subject related and professional issues, in particular, developments in the specific subject area.
- Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice and guidance.
- Expected to contribute to extramural proposals, publications, and presentations relevant to the specific area of research.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
MD or Ph.D. in relevant field
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
The ideal candidate for this position will be a recent highly motivated doctoral graduate, who has strong laboratory experience in molecular and cell biology techniques including:
Stem cell immunoselection and characterization
Exosomes purification and characterization
3D organoid culture techniques
RNAi techniques
DNA/RNA purification and quantitative RT-PCR
ELISA
Flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Experience:
The candidate should have previous experience with animal model experiments
Strong knowledge of stem cell biology and immunology
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
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