Postdoctoral Associate - Orthopedics

Core Job Summary

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 Job Functions

• Counsults with management on research methods and techniques.
• 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.

Core Qualifications

• Education: Doctorate degree in relevant field required.
• Experience: No Previous Experience Required.
• Certification and Licensing: Refer To Department Description For Applicable Certification Requirements.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

Department Specific Job Summary

The incumbent 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. The main focus of our research is on orthopedics/sports medicine, molecular and cellular mechanisms of inflammation, fibrosis and pain in osteoarthritis (OA). The work involves stem cell-based research, stem cell-free (exosomes) research and OA animal model experiments.

Department Specific Job Functions

• Counsults with management on research methods and techniques.
• Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
• Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
• Maintains an overview of relevant research findings.
• Prepares reports of research results for public presentation through seminars and conferences.
• Collections and analyzes data as requested.
• Maintains appropriate databases.
• Ensures accurate written and computerized records.
• Undertakes literature searches for the research project.
• Interprets and present the findings of the literature searches, advising the research teams appropriately regarding potential projects.
• Maintains up to date with subject related and professional issues, in particular, developments in the specific subject area.
• Ensures all research is undertaken according to good research practice and guidance.
• Expected to contribute to extramural proposals, publications, and presentations relevant to the specific area of research.

The University of Miami Offers

• Competitive salaries.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

About the Role

The Department of Orthopedics at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a full time Postdoctoral Associate in the laboratory.