Job Description:

Post Doctoral.Post Doctoral.Associate - Moatti
Med-Otolaryngology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24008214)

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct research approved by the Principal Investigator (PI) as well as independent research in cell biology and drug delivery.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Cell biology skills:

Cell culture 2D & 3D

Transfection

Cell sorting

Protein skills:

Protein purification

HPLC

Western blot

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology skills:

RNA extraction

PCR

RNA sequencing

Animal skills:

Handling animals

IP/IV injection

Survival surgery

Excellent written and oral communication skills (incl. track record of publications)

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Preferred Education and Experience:

Extracellular vesicles

cAMP assay

IP3 assay

Mass spectrometry

Plasmid preparation

Stem Cells

Metabolomics

Data analysis

Organ of Corti dissection

Perilymph sampling

Image processing

Leadership and project management skills

Responsibilities:

Research: Performing research related to the delivery of the therapy-related substance via extracellular vesicles and other methods to the inner ear, as well as conducting independent research involving hearing loss prevention/treatment. Working with pigs and small animals is required.

Mentorship: Performs project management and mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students.

Publication: Publishes results in peer-reviewed journals and through conference participation.

Required Education and Experience: Appropriate PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Campus: Pittsburgh
Required Attachments: Curriculum Vitae

Assignment Category Full-time regular

PI253552364

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