Postdoctoral Associate ( Physiology & Biophysics)

Core Job Functions

• Counsels and advises patients and families regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, self-care, and treatment.
• 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.

Core Qualifications

• Education: Doctorate degree Medicine (MD) required.
• No Previous Experience Required.
• 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.

Job Description

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.

Research Focus Areas

• Neurobiological mechanisms underlying synaptic connectivity and circuit function.
• Development and behavioral characterization of mouse models of neurological and psychiatric illness.
• Development and use of optical sensors to understand neuromodulation.
• Molecular and cellular mechanisms of GPCR signaling and trafficking.
• Genetic and proteomic screens to identify novel GPCR regulators.
• Structural basis of receptor signaling and drug discovery.

Benefits

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Pay

Competitive salaries are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.