Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate – Moatti in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

 

Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate – Moatti

Med-Otolaryngology – Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh – 24008213

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct research approved by the Principal Investigator PI as well as independent research in cell biology and drug delivery.

Cell biology skills:

Cell culture 2D & 3D

Transfection

Cell sorting

Plasmid preparation

Stem cells

 

Molecular biology skills:

RNA extraction

PCR

RNA sequencing

Excellent written and oral communication skills incl. track record of publications

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

 

Preferred Education and Experience:

Extracellular vesicles

cAMP assay

IP3 assay

Mass spectrometry

Metabolomics

Data analysis

Organ of Corti dissection

Perilymph sampling

Image processing

Leadership and project management skills

 

Responsibilities:

Research: Performing research related to the delivery of the therapy-related substance via extracellular vesicles and other methods to the inner ear, as well as conducting independent research involving hearing loss prevention/treatment. Working with pigs and small animals is required.

Mentorship: Performs project management and mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students.

Publication: Publishes results in peer-reviewed journals and through conference participation.

Required Education and Experience: Appropriate PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering or a related field.

 

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Campus: Pittsburgh

Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae

 

Assignment Category Full-time regular

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