Postdoctoral Research Fellow

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Job Summary

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and CV to Dr. Gary Brenner at gjbrenner@mgh.harvard.edu.

The Mass General Brigham Department of Anesthesiology at Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to conduct translational neuroscience related to development of a novel gene therapy for peripheral nerve tumors. The ideal person for this position should possess good organizational skills, pay close attention to details, and communicate well. The person must be able to work independently, as well as with a team.

 

Qualifications

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants should email a cover letter and CV to Dr. Gary Brenner at gjbrenner@mgh.harvard.edu. 

With supervision and guidance, responsibilities of the Postdoctoral Research Fellow will include:

• Performs independent and highly specialized experimental procedures
• Designs and implements modifications of research protocols
• Troubleshooting problems and instructing colleagues in highly specialized techniques
• Synthesizes and interprets results
• Performs advanced data recording and analysis using various software programs and statistical techniques
• Maintains organized and detailed records of laboratory experiments in electronic laboratory notebooks
• Presents results at lab meetings and, as applicable, at national conferences
• Preparation and submission of research manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals
• Assistance with preparation of grant applications
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

A successful candidate will:

• Work independently under general direction of the Principal Investigator
• Be motivated, meticulous, organized, and detail-oriented
• Demonstrate initiative and enthusiasm for learning new techniques
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Possess strong technical abilities and computer science skills
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills as demonstrated by publications and presentations
• Possess the ability to make independent and effective decisions in a timely fashion
• Possess competence in research techniques and methodologies
• Have excellent interpersonal skills
• Be a team player who works well with other lab members
• Possess and exhibit both scientific curiosity and integrity

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable):

N/A

EDUCATION:

PhD and/or MD required in neuroscience, cancer biology, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a related field. 

EXPERIENCE:

Prior lab experience required. Must have evidence of strong scientific productivity, including peer-reviewed publications. Open to highly motivated candidates with a relevant background. Secondary appointment will be at Harvard Medical School.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

Assistance guiding research technicians and trainees in the lab is expected.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable):

N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work will be performed in a fast-paced research laboratory environment, requiring teamwork, collaboration, and flexibility. Candidate must be able to work independently.

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

15 Parkman Street

 

EEO Statement:

1300 Massachusetts General Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to re