Postdoctoral Associate (Bornhorst Lab)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to work on projects related to central and peripheral nervous system tumors (brain tumors and peripheral nerve sheath tumors).

Key Responsibilities

• Performing experiments studying the effect of different drug interventions on tumor growth in a mouse model.
• Participating in the general management and daily operation of the lab.
• Manuscript writing.
• Grant writing.
• Training of technicians and students.
• Provide researchers as requested with technical assistance.
• Performs job functions adhering to principles of innovation, academic excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality research effort.
• Genetic studies, molecular biology, Redcap/Imaging software, gene chip arrays, and others.
• Analyzing data.
• Preparing data for presentations, grants and publications.
• Help write grant proposals and progress reports related to research projects.
• Participate in regular lab meetings, journal clubs, and research seminars.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Mouse handling experience, including breeding, genotyping, collection of samples/data from mouse experiments, oral gavage, and IP injections.
• Knowledge in computer programs, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint presentations.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MD in Medical or Biological Science Program.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Organizational skills: Ability to establish priorities and react promptly to a large variety of requests and needs, sometimes in stressful situations.