Postdoctoral Research Associate

Position Details

Position Information

Banner Position Number R10918

Position Title Postdoctoral Research Associate

Classification Title MURC-Biological Scientists

Department SOM-BioMedical Science - RC5130

Job Description

Position Summary

Duration: Initial term with potential for two additional years (contingent upon funding, laboratory needs, and performance). Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a 30-minute lunch break).

Position Summary The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct high-throughput, hands-on benchwork to advance lab research timelines and secure publishable data. This role requires strict adherence to weekly experimental benchmarks and data reporting structures.

Key Responsibilities

Core Experimental Benchwork

• Perform macrophage infections and cytokine ELISAs.
• Construct, purify, and analyze His-tagged proteins.
• Utilize LC-MS/MS for metabolomics analysis.
• Handle in vivo animal work and procedures.
• Adapt to shifting experimental responsibilities as directed by the Principal Investigator.

Data Management & Reporting

• Yield at least one piece of publishable data every week.
• Submit a detailed written summary of data, protocols, and outcomes every Friday afternoon.

Performance Metrics & Expectations

• Weekly Output: Completion of either two major experiments (e.g., macrophage infections, ELISAs) or three minor experiments (e.g., MIC/MBC, growth curves) per week.

• Evaluation: Continuous assessment against deliverables, with an intensive evaluation of work ethic and technical capabilities during the initial 90-day probationary period.

Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine

Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity

Required Qualifications

Education

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related biological science field.

Experience

• No experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Experience

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number MR0888

Open Date 08/14/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

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