Postdoctoral Fellow (Sarkar Lab)

Posting Details

Job Code/Title PD - Post Doctoral Position Number P00001 Working Title Postdoctoral Fellow (Sarkar Lab) Department Human & Molecular Genetics Organizational Overview

At VCU, we Make it Real through learning, research, creativity, service and discovery — the hallmarks of the VCU experience. A premier, urban, public research university nationally recognized as one of the best employers for diversity, VCU is a great place to work. It’s a place of opportunity, where your success is supported and your career can thrive. VCU offers employees a generous leave package, career paths for advancement, competitive pay, and an opportunity to do mission-driven work.

Recruitment Pool All Applicants Anticipated Hiring Range starting at $53,760.00 Campus MCV Campus Position Type Post Doc Hours/Week Normal work days Normal work hours Job Category Research Does this position provide patient or clinical services to the VCU Health System? No Does this position require a pre-placement medical assessment? Yes Is any portion of this position grant-funded? Yes - Continuation of this position depends on funding of the grant. Sensitive Position Yes- A pre-employment fingerprint background check will be required. Resource Critical No Description of the Job
A postdoctoral fellow position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Devanand Sarkar in the Department of Human and Molecular Genetics and the VCU Institute of Molecular Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine. The focus of this position will be to study gene function and evaluate therapeutic strategies in hepatocellular carcinoma. Required Qualifications
New PhD graduates with strong background and expertise in cell and molecular biology and biochemical techniques as well as experience in CRISPR -Cas9, nanoparticle-mediated siRNA delivery and working with mouse models are encouraged to apply. Preferred Qualifications
Candidates who are eligible for NIH -sponsored training grants are preferred. Job Open Date 07/27/2021 Remove from posting on or before Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested candidates should complete the online application including a brief cover letter indicating their research interests, experience and career goals, CV, and contact information for three references. https://medschool.vcu.edu/expertise/detail.html?id=dsarkar Additional Information
Health and Dental Insurance will be provided for the successful candidate. Quick Link https://www.vcujobs.com/postings/108273 Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Other Document
3. Resume
4. Reference Letter - 1
5. Reference Letter - 2
6. Reference Letter - 3