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MCW: SARGEANT HEALTH CENTER Postdoctoral Fellow in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: 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 PostDoc Fellowyou will beworking in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Purpose We are looking for highly motivated applicants to provide supports for a variety of cell biology, cancer research and bioinformatics projects carried out in the lab. We are also eager to help you to establish a basket of top-notch skills for your enthusiasm in our research and solid publications for your career development. We have well-funded projects on tumor initiation and metastasis, tumor microenvironment, tumor-immune system interaction focusing on Neurofibromatosis Type I (NF1)-assoicated tumors. These projects will use mouse models and data-driven hypotheses to study mechanisms of tumorigenesis and metastasis and explore novel treatments strategies with the cancer stem cell concept and tools. The candidate will take advantage of essential cell models, mouse models to conduct in vivo and in vitro laboratory experiments, data analysis, experiement desgin and manuscript preparing. Effective communication is expected between the candidate and the lab PI and team members in either one on one settings or in lab meetings. Primary FunctionsCulture primary neuronal and stem cells, transfection of cell lines, drug treatment and viability evaluation and maintain cell lines or culture. Perform specific experiments that may include dissection of neuronal or skin tissue from mice embryos, sectioning and staining tissue with antibodies and cellular markers, and performing mice in vivo experiment. Help design experiments and hypothesis building for various research projects. Record and compile careful, accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results. Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data and quality control of assays. Operate, calibrate and perform routine maintenance on specialized equipment used in research. Help to train rotating graduate students in dissection and culturing skills and laboratory record keeping. Knowledge - Skills - Abilities Basic wet lab abilities immunofluorescence staining, animal dissection, and microscope use. Data analysis, communication, and critical thinking skills. Excellent communication skills, record keeping, and the ability to present key data to other members of the team and collaborators is mandatory.... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/DD10636B99D248A1 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.