SUMMARY: 

The Janson Lab at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking a motivated postdoctoral fellow.

The postdoctoral fellow will conduct research inneurodegenerative disease. The fellow shall have technical and theoretical knowledge related to genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, immunocytochemistry. Hands-on experience with common techniques in molecular biology and fluorescence microscopy is required.

Specific tasks will include: design and perform experiments, collection and analysis of data, preparation of reports for peer-reviewed scientific publications, conference presentations, and grant progress reports. The fellow will have opportunities to mentor technicians and graduate students.

SUGGESTED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

·      Ph.D. or MD degree (within 5 years) with major in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, neurobiology or related fields.

·      Prior research experience in the areas of model organism system, genetics, genotyping and neurobiology.

ABOUT ROWAN UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE:

Rowan University SOM was a part of New Jersey UMDNJ medical school system until the New Jersey Medical and Health Sciences Education Restructuring Act went into effect in 2013. The School of Osteopathic Medicine merged with Rowan University, whereas the northern UMDNJ campuses merged with Rutgers University. The laboratory is located 12 miles outside of Philadelphia. In addition to the state-of-art research environment on campus, the surrounding area of the school is a part of metro Philadelphia and offers amenities such as affordable housing and excellent school district.

NOTES: 

• Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 

Rowan University and the School of Osteopathic Medicine promote a diverse community that begins with students, faculty, staff. and administration who respect each other and value each other’s dignity. By identifying and removing barriers and fostering individual potential, Rowan will cultivate a community where all members can learn and grow. The Rowan University community is committed to a safe environment that encourages intellectual, academic, and social interaction and engagement across multiple intersections of identities. Creating and maintaining a caring community that embraces diversity in its broadest sense is among the highest priorities.

Leadership, staff, and faculty identified diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values for Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine. We believe promoting these values cultivates a more diverse physician workforce and develops skillful, culturally competent physicians to improve health and solve health disparities. Experience with diverse populations. Record of respect and openness towards people whose social and cultural background is different from one’s own. Ability to recognize and manage one’s behaviors and communication to create an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment within the department/organization.

About Rowan University

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 23,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. Home to Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering; Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts; William G. Rohrer College of Business; Virtua Health College of Medicine & Health Sciences; Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and the School of Osteopathic Medicine, it also comprises the colleges of Education, Humanities & Social Sciences, Performing Arts, and Science & Mathematics; Virtua Health School of Nursing & Health Professions; the schools of Earth & Environment; Innovation & Entrepreneurship; Translational Biomedical Engineering & Sciences; Veterinary Medicine; the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences; and a multidisciplinary honors college. Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of engineering, medicine, science and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation; commitment to high-quality, af...fordable education; and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified (R2/high research activity) institution, Rowan has been recognized as the fourth fastest-growing public research university for three consecutive years as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

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