Post-Doctoral Fellow
Posting Description: Area of primary responsibility (80%): This position reports directly to Margaret E. Wierman, MD. The primary responsibility will be to lead efforts in translational projects to understand endocrine neoplasia and pituitary tumorigenesis. Activities related to this responsibility include but are not limited to * Use Molecular and cell biology techniques and bioinformatics analysis to dissect the roles of novel genes involved in human endocrine tumors * Study of transgenic models and nude mouse models where candidate genes are overexpressed or silenced * Work with other members of the laboratory including PRAs, students and fellows * Performing data analysis of experiments * The individual is expected to enhance their general knowledge base and skills related to performing research related to endocrinology and pathways of tumorigenesis * Meet with Dr. Wierman, on a regular basis, to provide updates on progress, discuss problems encountered and devise solutions, and summarize and interpret study data * Prepare data for presentation at regional and national meetings * Publish data in original manuscripts, reviews etc * Perform other duties, as assigned, for successful and timely completion of this research project. The applicant will work closely with collaborators across the institution in genomics, bioinformatics, SOP high throughput core etc. This individual will be expected to assist with these studies. Other responsibilities and areas of focus (20%). As this post-doctoral training is considered a career-development period, it is expected that a portion of time be dedicated to 1. Enhancing general knowledge in related fields by attending intramural seminars, research conferences, and grand rounds 2. Attending weekly Wierman lab meetings 3. Presenting research in progress at lab meetings 4. Establishing an independent line of research in an area of related interest to Dr. Wierman. The objective is to prepare and submit, prior to the end of the training period (3 yrs), a mentored training grant application. This will be achieved by a. Using resources (reading manuals, attending seminars) to enhance grant-writing skills. b. Discussing potential ideas with Dr. Wierman and her research colleagues c. Presenting ideas for future studies/grants at lab meetings d. Participate in discussions during lab meetings where other members of the group present grant submissions for review
Minimum Qualifications: * Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD/MD * Molecular and cell biology techniques * Bioinformatics understanding * Work with transgenic and/or nude mouse models * Excellent communication skills using the English language * The ability to work independently
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Campus: Anschutz Medical Campus
