The Research Scholar (Post-Doctoral Fellowship) position will take a leading role in the investigation of the immune mechanisms involved in susceptibility of patients with COPD to develop respiratory exacerbations.
This clinical/translational research laboratory under the direction of Mehrdad Arjomandi, M.D. in the Division of Pulmonary & Critical Care is part of a multidisciplinary group at the San Francisco VA Medical Center with special focus on role of human macrophages and T-cells in respiratory diseases.
We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual at the post-doctoral level, preferably with previous post-doctoral experience, to take a unique opportunity to lead the basic science aspect of an ongoing clinical/translational research project with direct human relevance.
Essential Functions
Design and perform cell-culture based assays such as phagocytosis, efferocytosis, migration, adhesion, and wound-healing (scratch) tests
Design and perform protocols using flow cytometry based assays.
Produce written reports detailing results of experiments and analysis of results; draft manuscripts of results for publication
Perform other molecular and cellular biological assays including:
Cell-based functional assays
Microscopy
Immunoblotting (western)
ELISA
RNA and DNA purification
PCR
Process, store, and perform lab-based assays on human biological samples.
Present oral and poster reports at monthly laboratory meetings, as well as national meetings
Assist with training of research methods and approaches to laboratory group
Assist with composition of grant applications
Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Ph.D. in Immunology or related science equivalent combination of education and experience.
Expertise with design and performance of flow cytometry based assays
Expertise in flow cytometry software such as FlowJo.
Significant experience with primary cell cultures, specifically airway cells; experience with cell culture techniques including sterile techniques, maintenance of cell lines, freezing and thawing of samples
Experience with cell assays including migration, adhesion, and scratch assay
The following essential personal characteristics:
Detail-oriented and careful attention to detail; maintain a detailed laboratory notebook of experiments done on a daily basis
Ability to provide scientific troubleshooting of protocols and procedures
Adequate command of English language to be able to write scientific reports
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrate solid interpersonal skills
Experience with fluorescence microscopy
Experience with basic molecular biology techniques such as western blots, PCR, ELISA
The base salary range for this position is $66,560.00 - $79,639.96 per year. The base salary actually offered to a successful candidate will take into account various relevant and non-discriminatory business factors including, without limitation, the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, and skills, and education, as well as internal equity considerations. A successful candidate may also be eligible to earn additional compensation including bonuses.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Research Services
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