UNIV-Post Doctorate Scholar-Department of Ophthalmology
UNIV-Post Doctorate Scholar-Department of Ophthalmology
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A postdoc position is available for vision sciencerelated projects specifically on identifying mechanisms of neuroprotection in FUSrelated pathology of the eye. This project is highly collaborative requiring an applicant with a strong interest and motivation for interdisciplinary research ability to design and execute experiments and help manage projects. Experience with cell biology drosophila or mouse experiments histology microscopy or cell cultures or iPSCcell cultures will be advantageous.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Univ)Worker Type
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CC000988 COM Ophthalmology CCPay Rate Type
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Job Description:
A postdoc position is available for vision sciencerelated projects specifically on identifying mechanisms of neuroprotection in FUSrelated pathology of the eye. This project is highly collaborative requiring an applicant with a strong interest and motivation for interdisciplinary research ability to design and execute experiments and help manage projects. Experience with cell biology drosophila or mouse experiments histology microscopy or cell cultures or iPSCcell culture swill be advantageous.
Minimum Education and Training Requirements:
PHD or equivalent with at least 7 years postdoctoral experience in molecular biology protein chemistry immunohistochemistry and/or cell biology as well as a documented history of scientific productivity in the forms of publications and meeting presentations.
Job Duties:
30% Characterize the protective effects of a research compound on FUS pathology in the drosophila eye
30% Perform experiments in the SOD2 knockout mouse to characterize mitochondrial structure and function in response to a research compound.
15% Maintain detailed account of experimental procedures and results take leadership roles in study design identification of new protocols or modification of existing protocols and give advice to PI.
10% Perform experiments on cultured cells and analyze biochemical reactions. Perform biochemical and immunological assays on fresh tissues and cultured cells. These assays include PCR western blot ELISA resistance measurements immunoprecipitation and immunofluorescence.
10% Contribute to other research projects in the lab share expertise with fellow lab members proper equipment use and lab protocols.
5% Present results through peerreviewed publications presentations at local national and international meetings help in the preparation of grant applications with PI
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Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous 68 hours per shift; Frequent 26 hours per shift; Infrequent 02 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to height of 72 inches unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs. from height of 72 inches to floor level unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes tools and equipment as required.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
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