Postdoctoral Fellow

Company:	The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. Company Profile \| Current Opportunities (234)
Job Location(s):	Bethesda
Project Mode:
Type of project:	Full Time
Start date of this project:	As soon as possible
Project Payroll Preference:
Project pay range:	Not Provided
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Related Categories:	Science and Laboratory, Research and Development

Contract/Freelance Project Description


	Responsibilities
	The Henry M. Jackson Foundation (HJF) is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for the Department of Microbiology and Immunology (MIC), School of Medicine, located at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) in Bethesda, MD. HJF provides scientific, technical and programmatic support services to MIC. The Department of Microbiology and Immunology provides a challenging environment for students seeking to participate in research of the highest caliber. A wide range of interests is represented in the Department, including both basic and medical aspects of Bacteriology, Genetics, Virology, Immunology, Parasitology, Infectious Diseases, and Pathogenic Mechanisms. The individual in this position will be responsible for initiating and carrying out research projects in collaboration with a faculty member in the Department of Microbiology, specifically on the interactions between intestinal epithelial cells and Shigella flexneri and in developing genetic tools for the study of Chlamydiagenetic tools for the study of Chlamydia. Responsibilities: 1. Perform highly skilled and specialized laboratory research utilizing experimental protocols which will involve general procudures in immunology and microbiology: specialized procedures such as cell culture, protein purification and analysis, immunoprecipitation, Western blotting, DNA techniques including subcloning, PCR, and site-directed mutagenesis. 2. Collect and handle of sample, proper, precise and detailed record keeping and quality control. 3. Work with animals, biohazardous microorganisms, chemicals, and radioisotopes and is required to conform to the regulations and precautions established by the University with regard to use of such materials. Will also be responsible for the proper record keeping, labeling and disposal of such materials. 4. Analyze and prepare data for presentations at scientific meetings and for publication in appropriate journals in collaboration with faculty members of the Department. 5. Assist with teaching students in techniques used in their research and may assist in supervising technical staff participating in related research projects. 6. Maintain cleanliness of the laboratory areas utilized and proper operation, quality control, calibration and preventative maintenance of all instruments used. 7. Other duties as assigned. Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of bacterial genetics, bacterial pathogenesis, immunology, microbiology, biochemistry, tissue culture, animal work, and proper radioisotope handling techniques. Ability to analyze/interpret data. Minimum education/training requirements: Ph.D. in microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology or cell biology Minimum experience: No experience required Physical capabilities: Intricate work with hands; carrying of light and moderately heavy laboratory equipment; walking. Supervisory responsibilities/controls: The position may have some training and supervisory duties depending on the project and when the Faculty Member is away from the laboratory. Work environment: Microbiology Laboratory. The incumbent routinely works with class II biohazards, as determined by the Center for Disease Control, as well as routine use of radionuclides and chemical reagents in laboratory procedures. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Director of Human Resources