Post Doctoral Fellow

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

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Job Description

JOB PURPOSE:

Serves in a temporary position that enables an individual with their Ph.D. to continue their training as a researcher and gain skills and experience that will prepare them for their research career in academia or elsewhere. As a postdoc, the position can perform mostly independent research, collaborate on a multi-scholar research initiative, or even may have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger research project or program, all while under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:

Involves no responsibility or authority for the direction of others.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

After earning a Ph.D., the next step in the academic or research career path is often a postdoc. A postdoc is a continuation of a researcher’s training that enables them to further their professional development and start to transition from student to independent researcher. Postdocs also often take additional leadership or teaching responsibilities in their laboratory or department. These positions are usually two to three years and it is not unusual for a researcher to do more than one postdoc.

Internal contacts are with a variety of staff, faculty and students. External contacts are with staff of the granting agency and collaborative institutions.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Performs experimental designs and routine experiments for sponsored research projects.
• Assists in the evaluation and interpretation of experimental data and quality control of assays.
• Works collaboratively with all faculty members engaged in academic research to ensure related slides are developed in a timely manner.
• Participates in meetings with principal investigators and research staff to evaluate and interpret the validity of data as needed.
• Works closely with principal investigators to identify research supply shortfalls and as required, submits requisition requests to department administrator for re-orders.
• Develops and modifies procedures, techniques and tests used in the analysis of specimens and in medical laboratory experiments.
• Coordinates training rotations of postgraduate physicians and other students to ensure competency in concepts and procedures related to processing examination of tissue for special studies.
• Operates, calibrates and performs routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis, such as spectrophometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, and computer-controlled analyzers.
• Monitors inventory levels of lab supplies, prepares media and maintain chemicals and reagents. Provides clean and sterilized glassware for use in research lab. Maintains records of radiation and other safety measures.
• Performs orientation protocol that introduces new laboratory employees and students to the policies, procedures, and equipment relevant to the activities of the laboratory.
• Trains medical students, residents, undergraduates, and other medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.
• Reviews and updates laboratory procedures manuals and keeps abreast of current developments in anatomic pathology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Possess strong computer skills, especially a good command of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and experience working with complex databases.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe working environment and of fundamental statistics of quality control required in the medical field.
• Ability to set up, operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory testing equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable standards of the various regulatory agencies.
• Skill in oral and written communications, and ability to speak clearly.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Ability to prepare agents, reagents, stains, and other substances for use in chemical analysis.
• Ability to direct residents and students on the professional aspects of medical laboratory practices
• Ability to perform different molecular biology techniques (Real-Time PCR, Westerns, Northerns, Southerns, transfections, and in vitro assays).
• Ability to perform in vitro and in vivo studies and preclinical assays.
• Ability to use good judgment, make sound decisions and behave with tact, decorum and diplomacy.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to promote, establish and maintain harmonious an effective work relation with students, faculty, staff, University and hospital officials, and the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Requires a minimum of a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant discipline. 8 years of related work experience may be substituted in lieu of educational qualifications.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

$90,000-100,000

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