Postdoctoral Associate - Pediatrics
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The University of Miami Health System, "UHealth", Department of Pediatrics - Infectious Disease has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Post Doctoral Associate to work in Miami.
The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Postdoctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.
Core Functions:
Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific Functions:
Conduct experiments
Document research findings
Publish and disseminate research findings
Present at conferences
Mentor students/member of the lab
Write grants
Ability to multitask
Flexibility with work schedule to meet study demands
Preferred Qualifications:
MD or PhD in relevant field
Minimum 1 year preferred
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Well-developed organizational skills
Investigative approach to shaping scientific questions
Research techniques
Laboratory safety
Experimental design
Data analysis interpretation
Statistical analysis
Literature search and evaluation
Knowledge of manuscript submission and peer review process
Writing manuscripts, white papers and progress reports
Writing funding proposals such as grants/fellowships preferred
Presenting verbal presentations in seminars, meetings and poster sessions preferred
Teaching
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Doctorate degree in relevant field required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Experience:
No previous experience required
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
Staff