Postdoctoral Researcher in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: We’re looking for those
individuals-the creative thinkers and innovation seekers-who are content
with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless
opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be
inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a
positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role ofa Postdoctoral
Researcher you will beworking in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Purpose
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the National
Science Foundation (NSF), a postdoc is an individual who has received a
doctoral degree (or equivalent) and is engaged in a temporary and
defined period of mentored advanced research training to enhance the
professional skills and research independence needed to pursue his or
her chosen career path. The Liang Lab in the Department of Obstetrics
and Gynecology and Biochemistry at the Medical College of Wisconsin,
Milwaukee, is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated postdoctoral
fellow to join our research team focused on studying the metabolic and
molecular mechanism of human pregnancy and its related complications
using cutting-edge biological techniques. Characteristics of a
postdoctoral appointment: It is expected that postdocs at MCW, with the
assistance of their supervisor, will: Transition to career independence
through the development of professional skills that enable the postdoc
to actively pursue a career of his/her own choosing. Be supervised by at
least one senior scholar who actively promotes the postdoc’s
professional development. Establish an individual development plan (IDP)
that incorporates equally the postdoc’s career and training goals, and
the mentor’s research goals. Pursue basic, clinical, or translational
projects so long as effort is focused primarily on research. Publish
results of the postdoc’s research and scholarship during their
appointment. The postdoctoral appointment is temporary by nature, the
aggregate amount of time spent as a postdoc is recommended to not exceed
five years (not including family medical leave or maternity/paternity
leave). As postdocs are important members of the host institution’s
community, appropriate levels of compensation, health care, and other
benefits commensurate with their essential status should be afforded,
independent of the postdoc’s source of funding. Primary Functions Plan,
design, and execute complex research studies, procedures and protocols.
Participate in discovery projects. Coordinate research study activities:
lead and manage projects. Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis
of data… For full info follow application link. EEO/AA
Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability The Medical College of Wisconsin is
an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race,
color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or sexual
orientation. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
ipc.us/t/42AB48E58CCF42B7 Qualified females, minorities, and special
disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.