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Postdoctoral Associate of Cellular and Molecular Biologist
Job Description
Classification Title: | Postdoctoral Associate |
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Job Description: | Multiple post-doctoral associate positions are available in the Intelligent Comparative Oncology Lab directed by Dr. Jon Kim in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Florida (UF). Kim lab focuses on developing novel diagnostic and clinical applications in the field of comparative oncology by utilizing AI and machine learning to improve human and animal health, with a specific focus on early cancer detection and immunotherapy. The research includes implementation of liquid biopsy, iPSC model, CRISPR gene editing and screening, 3D bioprinting model, and multi-omics data analysis. Kim lab also studies to define fundamental molecular mechanisms underlying oncogenesis and cancer progression, particularly for aggressive pediatric cancers such as osteosarcoma and rhabdomyosarcoma. Kim lab has the privilege to establish dog clinical trials at the University of Florida Small Animal Hospital, providing translational medical research. Kim lab’s research is multi-disciplinary and collaborative, offering opportunities for career development of post-doc candidates. All lab members can have access to high performance computing resource, HiPerGator supercomputer at the UF (https://www.rc.ufl.edu/about/hipergator/ ). The positions are well suited for individuals who can work independently with high self-motivation. Post-doctoral associates are expected to develop new research avenues in collaboration with the PI and contribute to existing projects in the lab. At the same time, we aim to train the next generation of scientists as the lab is trainee-centered and surrounded by diverse expertise in the college and across campus including the University of Florida Health Cancer Center. |
Expected Salary: | Minimum $53,760; commensurate with experience |
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Special Instructions to Applicants: | This position has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. All applicants must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. For full consideration, applications must be submitted online and also sent electronically to jkim19@ufl.edu . Please submit the following items:
Final candidates will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/ . The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. This is a time-limited position. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
Health Assessment Required: | No. |
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