Postdoctoral Fellow

at  Medical College of Wisconsin

Postdoctoral Fellow
Requisition ID #: 33770
Job Category: Research
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience Level: Postdoctoral
City, State: Milwaukee, WI
Work Location: Medical Education Building
Department: Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy
Education: Doctorate Degree
Position Description:
Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way—with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). In the role of a Postdoctoral Fellow you will be working in the department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy.
The Patterson lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research fellow to lead studies related to one or more of our exciting research areas in heart regeneration, development, and somatic cell polyploidization. Potential projects could include lineage tracing with a novel mouse model, forward genetic and systems biology approaches utilizing a unique genetic resource available at MCW, or examination of a candidate gene. Lots of opportunities to expand existing ideas or bring your own. The position is fully funded, however there are several opportunities to pursue your own funding if you wish.
The Department of Cell Biology, Neurobiology, and Anatomy is vibrant with young faculty and many students and postdocs. CBNA has multiple programs in place to support career development and the transition from postdoc to faculty or other scientific careers. The Patterson Lab is also a member of a highly collaborative group studying cardiac development and regeneration, which participates in weekly meetings and journal clubs. Further support comes from the highly interactive Cardiovascular Center.

KNOWLEDGE – SKILLS – ABILITIES

Candidates should have a PhD in biomedical sciences, however we welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds to bring new perspectives. Successful applicants should be highly self-motivated, have strong scientific communication skills, scientific integrity, strong data management and organizational skills, and the ability to think and work independently. Evidence of a past project success is a must.
In addition, candidates must have previous laboratory experience including sound experimental design, standard molecular biology techniques, data management, and the ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Experience with animal husbandry and genotyping are beneficial, but not required. Personal comfort handling rodents is necessary.
Preferred Schedule:
M-F 8-5 pm
Position Requirements:
Minimum Required Education: PhD
Minimum Required Experience: No experience required
Preferred Education: Biomedical Sciences, Cardiac biology, gentics or cell and developmental biology
Preferred Experience: Led a scientific research project resulting in a first-author publication

Please refer the Job description for details