Postdoctoral Research Associate
Position Details:
Banner Position Number - R10918Position Title - Postdoctoral Research Associate Classification Title - MURC-Biological Scientists
Department: SOM-BioMedical Science - RC5130Job Description - Position Summary
Duration:
Initial term with potential for two additional years (contingent upon funding, laboratory needs, and performance).
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a 30-minute lunch break).
Position Summary:
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct high-throughput, hands-on benchwork to advance lab research timelines and secure publishable data. This role requires strict adherence to weekly experimental benchmarks and data reporting structures.
Key Responsibilities
Core Experimental Benchwork:
Perform macrophage infections and cytokine ELISAs.
Construct, purify, and analyze His-tagged proteins.
Utilize LC-MS/MS for metabolomics analysis.
Handle in vivo animal work and procedures.
Adapt to shifting experimental responsibilities as directed by the Principal Investigator.
Data Management & Reporting:
Yield at least one piece of publishable data every week. Submit a detailed written summary of data, protocols, and outcomes every Friday afternoon.
Performance Metrics & Expectations:
Weekly Output: Completion of either two major experiments (e.g., macrophage infections, ELISAs) or three minor experiments (e.g., MIC/MBC, growth curves) per week.
Evaluation: Continuous assessment against deliverables, with an intensive evaluation of work ethic and technical capabilities during the initial 90-day probationary period.
Location: MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range: Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Required Qualifications
Education:
Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related biological science field.
Experience: No experience required
Preferred Qualifications: EducationExperiencePosting Detail Information
Posting Number:
MR0888Open Date - 08/14/2026 Close DateOpen Until Filled - YesSpecial Instructions Summary Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Do you have a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related biological science field? YesNoApplicant Documents ResumeCover Letter Optional Documents
