Reference #: 9302930 PhD PRIMARY FUNCTION: To use their training in airway biology, using principles of pharmacology, biochemistry and molecular biology to design and execute experiments related to an NIH-sponsored research project in the lab. Strong working knowledge of molecular biology and imaging tools is essential. Fellow will work as part of a team of lung researchers at the Center for Translational Medicine. He/She will also record experimental results and collaborate effectively with other team members. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Independently develops scientific hypotheses related to ongoing work in the laboratory. Independently designs experiments to test hypotheses. Collects and assembles data for any type of oral or written presentation. Independently carries out or delegates procedures for experiments. Analyzes results of experiments independently. Independently prepares oral and written reports for the P.I. on research to include, but not limited to: coherently and effectively communicating our laboratory research by writing abstracts, manuscripts, grant proposals and data reports for grants and oral presentations with corresponding slide presentation for PI, local and national meetings. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the iSCORE values of Jefferson. About Jefferson Nationally ranked,Jefferson, which is principally located in the greaterPhiladelphiaregion and southernNew Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value.Jeffersonis more than 42,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of SidneyKimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top healthcare systems in the country and the largest provider in thePhiladelphiaarea, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 17 hospitals and more than 160 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plansis a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options inPennsylvaniaandNew Jerseyfor more than 35 years.

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