Carnegie Mellon University's Biomedical Engineering department is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct experiments in cell biology, biotechnology, and biochemistry within an automated science laboratory to address complex healthcare challenges and advance biomedical innovation.
Requirements
- experience in cell culture
- transfection and transformation
- protein purification and characterization
- familiarity with optical and fluorescence microscopy
- common techniques of physical biochemistry
- formal training in engineering is preferred
- Demonstrated technical skills
Responsibilities
- Responsible for performing independent research
- Responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment used to perform research
- Responsible for reporting progress to project advisor, research collaborators, and funding sponsors
- Responsible for documenting research accomplishments and reporting work in a peer-reviewed journal
- Conduct experiments in cell biology, biotechnology, and biochemistry at the CMU automated science laboratory
- Perform cell culture
- Perform transfection and transformation
Other
- Doctorate degree required
- Strong publication record and the capacity to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary work environment.
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated experiences working in a collaborative environment.
- Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities
