Job Description Summary

The laboratory of Dr. Stephen Duncan in the Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology is looking for a postdoctoral fellow for a new multi-year project funded by the NIH with an anticipated start date of June 1st 2026. The postdoc will be working on molecular mechanisms underlying liver disease and development. We are looking for creative candidates with a strong background in molecular biology, a keen interest in developmental biology, have experience working with human induced pluripotent stem cells, application of bioinformatic to the study of gene expression, excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with RNAseq, ATAC-Seq, and ChIP-Seq analysis is preferred. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a significant level of independence and scientific initiative.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001060 COM REG MED Administration CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Specific Duties: Essential and Marginal Duties including percentage of effort:

 

1.      Essential duty (35%): To develop and conduct research in consultation under the supervision of Dr. Stephen Duncan. Individual will be responsible for the design and implementation of experiments relevant to the project.

 

2.      Essential duty (10%): To maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic laboratory records that comply with NIH reporting requirements

 

3.      Essential duty (10%): To assist with daily maintenance of laboratory including managing cell culture room.

 

4.      Essential duty (15%): To assist in the training of graduate students and other laboratory personnel in the culture of iPSCs, molecular biology and bioinformatics.

 

5.      Essential duty (15%): To draft manuscripts for publication in reputable peer-reviewed scientific journals and to present work at local, national and/or international conferences.

 

6.      Essential duty (15%): To work closely with PI on developing research grant proposals for the laboratory.

 

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in all cold temperature extremes, i.e. spot coolers. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 72 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 72 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift and carry objects up to 15 lbs. a distance of five (5) floors and to outlying buildings. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Ability to work alone in isolated areas, such as darkrooms. (Frequent) Additional New Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts as required. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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