Job no: 505066
Work type: Full-Time
Location: Queen Lane Campus - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, College of Medicine

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is looking to recruit a Senior Research Associate to work in the laboratory of Dr. Akhil Vaidya on research involving molecular and cell biology of malaria parasites.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of PhD or Doctorate in Microbiology or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish research projects.
• Willingness to learn new techniques.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics and with standard computer programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Ability to maintain professional communication and interpersonal skills with all team members.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience with conducting microbial research
• Experience with guiding graduate student research

• The work will consist of molecular and cell biology of malaria parasites The candidate will conduct:
• recombinant plasmid constructions using parasite genes
• genetic manipulations of malaria parasites
• live cell imaging of transgenic parasites
• biochemical assays for mitochondrial functions mass spectrometry for proteomic and lipidomic analysis
• Generate data that will support current grant awards
• Write manuscripts, progress reports and assist with applications for grant funding based on preliminary data.
• Assist Dr. Vaidya in advising graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in the group.