Post-Doctoral Researcher

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Post-Doctoral Researcher

Apply now Job no: 503035

Work type: Full-Time

Location: Center City - Philadelphia, PA

Categories: College of Medicine

Job Summary

The Department of Pharmacology and Physiology is looking for a Post-Doctoral Researcher to support NIH-funded research activities within the Meucci lab. Ongoing projects focus on neurocognitive disorders associated with HIV infection and neuroinflammation in the context of substance abuse. Candidates with previous experience in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication and organization skills and thrive in a diverse environment.

Essential Functions

• Conduct and/or analyze experiments in line with the overall research goals of the lab and funded projects.

• Prepare scientific reports and drafts of manuscripts (papers / grants).

• Help develop new techniques.

• Support training of new students or junior trainees in basic lab techniques.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Biological Sciences / Neuroscience.

• Experience in a neurobiology or translational neuroscience setting.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Time management and organization skills.

• Highest work ethic standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-learner and motivated.

• Strong quantitative abilities.

• Proven success working independently or as a member of a team.

• Experience working with rodent animal models.

• Experience with mammalian cell culture.

• Goal-oriented and attention to details.

Physical Requirements

• Typically sitting at a desk/table.

• Typically standing, walking.

• Lifting Demands <25lbs.

• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.

Location

• Center City, Philadelphia, PA

Additional Information

This position is classified as Exempt, grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from $ 41,120.00 to $ 61,680.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.

We encourage you to explore Drexel's Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on our compensation framework.

You can also find valuable information about our benefits in the Benefits Brochure.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.

Advertised: Jun 14 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Aug 15 2024 Eastern Daylight Time