Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Scott-Browne Lab

at  National Jewish Health

POSITION SUMMARY

To perform, on a very independent basis, all phases of experimental investigations and to collaborate with Principal Investigators and senior researchers in the progress of major research projects. To act as technical advisor to laboratory technical, support and auxiliary staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: MD or PhD in biology, chemistry or other basic sciences required.
• Work Experience: A minimum of five years of specified experience in technical investigatory techniques required. MD or PhD in a specified basic science field will suffice for 2 years experience.
• Special Training, Certification or Licensure: None
  Salary Range: $61,008 - $74,088. Paid in accordance with the NIH Postdoctoral Stipend Scale.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Performs, on a very independent basis, all phases of experimental investigations, to include being responsible to the Principal Investigator in the planning, developing, operating, recording, collaborating and reporting of major projects.
• Collaborates with Principal Investigators and senior researchers in the progress of major research projects.
• Provides guidance to laboratory staff in one or more laboratory areas, including technicians, support and auxiliary staff. Performs as the technical advisor on techniques involving complex analyses utilizing highly sophisticated techniques. Serves as primary contact with researcher staff for technical services on major techniques, recording devices and statistical procedures relative to the specifically assigned field.
• Reviews quality control of new or modified laboratory techniques which affect any part of major projects.
• Performs routine and non-routine tests leading to the successful completion of developed experiments. Knows and follows age-specific guidelines.

OTHER DUTIES

• Performs as a back-up to staff absences and vacancies, as necessary.