Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Massey

Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center Mission

To improve the lives of all Virginians by delivering cutting-edge cancer care through patient-centered prevention and treatment; high-impact, innovative research; community input and engagement; and education and training of the next generation of researchers and healthcare professionals.

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow




Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our research team as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your research career by contributing to cutting-edge scientific projects, developing novel methodologies, and publishing impactful findings in high-impact journals. The successful candidate will work closely with principal investigators and other team members to achieve the project's objectives. The responsibilities include: conduct independent and collaborative research aligned with the objectives of the project; design, implement, and optimize experiments to address key scientific questions; analyze and interpret experimental data using appropriate statistical and computational tools; prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present findings at national and international conferences; mentor graduate and undergraduate students and contribute to fostering a collaborative research environment; stay updated with the latest scientific literature and incorporate new techniques into research; work closely with the principal investigator (PI) to ensure project goals and timelines are met; assist with grant writing and applications to secure funding for future research; maintain detailed documentation of experimental protocols and results; adhere to all institutional, ethical, and safety guidelines.

Minimum Experience

A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a biomedical field is required. Candidates should have significant research experience in the field of epigenetics, including conducting independent research, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting findings at conferences. Proficiency in technical and methodological approaches relevant to epigenetic studies is essential. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively in a research environment, possess strong written and oral communication skills, and exhibit excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Salary Range: 59,000



Position Details:

Department: Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center
Employment Type: PD - Post Doc
Restricted Status: No
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Exempt



Contact Information:

Contact Name: Massey Cancer Center

Contact Email: Masseyhr@vcu.edu

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