Postdoctoral Associate (Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology)

UM Corp (Enterprise)

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Miami, FL Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
Job description

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Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology has an exciting opportunity for a full time Postdoctoral Associate position. 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.

Core Job 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.

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 Requirements

  • Ph.D. required

  • No prior experience required

Department Specific Functions

The Kazanietz-Cooke lab is looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow with demonstrated ability to lead a research project and work independently. Interested candidates should have a PhD and/or MD degree, preferentially no more than 2 years postdoctoral experience, and strong background in cellular and molecular biology. Preference in hiring will be given to candidates with an excellent publication record in cancer signaling. Experience in animal models of cancer is highly desirable.

1.    Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned.
2.    Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing.
3.    Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories.
4.    Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories.
5.    Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
6.    Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

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

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff
About this role

Summary

Conduct research in molecular and cellular pharmacology, publish papers, and develop analytical models.

Job title

Postdoctoral Associate (Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology)

Experience level

no prior experience required

Industry

education

Location requirements

Miami, FL; on-site role

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PhD

Preferred skills

publication recordcancer signalinganimal models

Specializations

molecular biologycellular biologycancer signalinganimal models
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Miami, FL, USA

On-site City