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　　The department of Neurology has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Post Doctoral Associate to work at UHealth. The Post Doctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff. Moreover, the Post Doctoral Associate promotes institutional recognition through literal contributions to the scientific community.

　　Perform and develop individual research projects on stroke and vascular cognitive impairment

　　Perform rodent and canine stroke endovascular surgeries (reversible middle cerebral artery occlusion model)

　　Work with and deliver stem cells

　　Perform molecular neurobiology experiments on rodent, canine as well as human tissue

　　Perform in-vitro cell culture experiments

　　Be constantly willing to learn new scientific techniques and ideas

　　Demonstrate excellent troubleshooting skills

　　Fellow will be mentored and encouraged to write and pursue post-doctoral research fellowships

　　Must be able to develop independent research projects, research design, execute experiments, record research findings, analyze data, interpret results and present them well (analytical and critical thinking is important)

　　Experience working in a stroke or dementia lab, doing stroke surgeries (MCAO model), other vascular surgeries, molecular biology experiments (western blotting, RT-PCR, RNA-DNA isolation, immunofluorescence, histology, etc.), is preferred

　　Write manuscripts and publish in peer-reviewed journals

　　Attend and present at regional, national and international meetings

　　Candidates with expertise in MCAO and other vascular large and small animal surgeries are encouraged to apply

　　Be able to execute independent projects as well as communicate effectively with PI/faculty for guidance

　　Must have very good science-writing skills

　　Must be able to organize and manage multiple projects with high efficiency

　　Be willing to work on and develop projects at the cusp of clinical and pre-clinical research (translational work)

　　Be willing to train other junior laboratory personnel as required

　　Be involved in lab management tasks as needed

　　Work cooperatively in a laboratory setting and be willing to work occasional flexible hours as needed

　　Be proficient with use of computers, Microsoft office, remote meeting tools, willing to learn analytical software/s used in the lab, as needed

　　Demonstrate excellent communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills

　　Must have excellent organizational skills

　　Be an extremely good team player

　　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.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Ph.D. required

　　No prior experience required

　　Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

　　Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.

　　Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.

　　Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

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

　　UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

　　Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

　　The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

　　Job Status:

　　Full time

　　Employee Type:

　　Staff

　　Pay Grade:

　　r5

　　The mission of the University of Miami is to transform lives through education, research, innovation, and service. A vibrant and diverse academic and healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of Miami Health System ("UHealth") have rapidly progressed to become one of the nation’s top research universities and academic medical centers in the nation.

　　The University comprises 12 schools and colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than 350 majors and programs. Visit welcome.miami.edu/about-um to learn more about our points of pride.

　　The University ranks No. 55 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the 2022 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.

　　Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine, received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in 2019.

　　The University of Miami and UHealth have also ranked among the Forbes Best Employers and Best Employers for Women on several occasions, most recently in 2022.

　　Transforming lives

　　With more than 17,000 faculty and staff, the University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful mission to transform and impact the lives of its students, patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.

　　The University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community works together to create an environment driven by purpose, excellence, community, and service.