Post-Doctoral Fellow - Department of Human & Molecular Genetics
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 29, 2024
Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Position Summary:
A Post-Doctoral Fellow position is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Devanand Sarkar in the Department of Human and Molecular Genetics and the VCU Institute of Molecular Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine. The focus of this position will be to study gene function and evaluate therapeutic strategies in hepatocellular carcinoma.
Required Qualifications:
- New PhD graduates with strong background and expertise in cell and molecular biology and biochemical techniques as well as experience in CRISPR-Cas9, nanoparticle-mediated siRNA delivery and working with mouse models are encouraged to apply.
- Must have a demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in past experiences or a commitment to do so as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at VCU.
- Candidates who are eligible for NIH-sponsored training grants are preferred
This is a restricted position and continued employment is dependent upon project need, availability of funding, and performance.
ORP Eligible: Yes
Salary Range: starting at $56,484
Position Details:
Department: Department of Human & Molecular Genetics
Employment Type: PD - Post Doc
Restricted Status: Yes
FTE: 100
Exemption Status: Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Suzanne Finley
Contact Email: catherine.finley@vcuhealth.org
