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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Marshall University · United States
Deadline
Mar 15, 2027
Closing in 147 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
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Posted Sep 16, 2026

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Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Position Details

Position Information
Banner Position Number R10918
Position Title Postdoctoral Research Associate
Classification Title MURC-Biological Scientists
Department SOM-BioMedical Science - RC5130
Job Description Position Summary

Duration: Initial term with potential for two additional years (contingent upon funding, laboratory needs, and performance).
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (includes a 30-minute lunch break).

Position SummaryThe Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct high-throughput, hands-on benchwork to advance lab research timelines and secure publishable data. This role requires strict adherence to weekly experimental benchmarks and data reporting structures.Key ResponsibilitiesCore Experimental Benchwork
  • Perform macrophage infections and cytokine ELISAs.
  • Construct, purify, and analyze His-tagged proteins.
  • Utilize LC-MS/MS for metabolomics analysis.
  • Handle in vivo animal work and procedures.
  • Adapt to shifting experimental responsibilities as directed by the Principal Investigator.

Data Management & Reporting
  • Yield at least one piece of publishable data every week.
  • Submit a detailed written summary of data, protocols, and outcomes every Friday afternoon.

Performance Metrics & Expectations
  • Weekly Output: Completion of either two major experiments (e.g., macrophage infections, ELISAs) or three minor experiments (e.g., MIC/MBC, growth curves) per week.
  • Evaluation: Continuous assessment against deliverables, with an intensive evaluation of work ethic and technical capabilities during the initial 90-day probationary period.
Location MUSOM - Marshall University School of Medicine
Salary Range Salary is commensurate with experience and internal equity
Required Qualifications
Education
  • Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related biological science field.
Experience
  • No experience required
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number MR0888
Open Date 08/14/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related biological science field?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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