Inova Fairfax Medical Campus

Postdoc Research Fellow Inova Translational Medicine Institute

32166BR

INOVA FAIRFAX MEDICAL CAMPUS

full time

Job Description

Job description:
A postdoctoral position is available immediately at the Inova Translational Medicine Institute (ITMI) to conduct advance functional research in translational medicine.
ITMI is leading the transformation of healthcare into personalized medicine using technological innovation, pioneering research, and sophisticated information management. The work of ITMI is enabling Inova to translate advances from genomics and molecular sciences directly to patients, optimizing individual health and well-being. Integration with clinical programs in genetic at Inova Health System, is providing outstanding opportunities for gene discovery and translational research.
 
Successful applicant will enjoy multidisciplinary research environment and strong postdoctoral training that supports the development of individual research and carrier goals.  

EEO: M/F/Vets/Disabled
IND2
 

Requirements

Requirements:
Candidates should have PhD and/or MD degree, and have strong background in Human genetics.
The ideal candidate will have a record of scientific rigor, creativity, and ability to work in team and independently. Candidate should have a robust experience in molecular biology and cellular biology, be familiar with the next generation sequencing technologies and analyses. A good publication record in peer-reviewed scientific journals is required. Experience in DNA analysis, immunohistochemistry and cell imaging, Western Blotting, qRT-PCR, and other molecular and biochemical studies. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. The individual will be required to work efficiently as part of a translational team with performance measures and time constraints.