Post Doctoral Fellow

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Posting Summary

Logo For Posting Posting Number RTF00085PO24 USC Market Title Post Doctoral Fellow Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156387 Business Title (Internal Title) Post Doctoral Fellow Campus Columbia Work County Richland College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department CAS Biological Sciences Advertised Salary Range Commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Work Schedule

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Post-doctoral

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South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs Yes Annual Leave Yes Sick Leave Yes

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Postdoctoral Fellow is needed to conduct research in biological science in the area of Cell Biology/Biochemistry in order to determine the mechanisms underlying the intracellular degradation of cellular proteins.

Required Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Cell Biology or related field (i.e. Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Biology, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications

The ability to contribute immediately to a nationally recognized research program in molecular neurobiology

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and work independently. May have knowledge in equipment, data analysis, professional clinical processes, or other specific areas related to the field of research.

Ability to analyze and interpret data using inferential techniques. Ability to present information effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Assist with research design and implementation by performing molecular/cellular studies for axonal RNA transport & translation and intra-cellular and trans-cellular signaling

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 35 Job Duty

Perform molecular/cellular studies for peripheral nerve and spinal cord injuries using in vivo and in vitro models involving skilled surgical procedures on mice and rats with a dissecting microscope under sterile conditions for peripheral nerve injury, micro-injection of sensory ganglia and spinal cord, and central nerve injury in mice and rats

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 40 Job Duty

Prepare progress reports, contribute to scholarly works for presentation and publication

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Job Duty

Present data and research progress at group meetings and other venues that encourage collaboration

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date Job Open Date 03/18/2024 Job Close Date 07/31/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time.

This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by 07/31/2024. This posting is a re-advertisement.

Applications previously submitted are still being considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165718 EEO Statement

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have at least a Ph.D. in Cell Biology or related field (i.e. Molecular Biology, Neurobiology, Biology, or similar)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents