Job Information
Atrium Health Research Instructor - Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute FT in Charlotte, North Carolina
This is a grant-funded position
Job Summary
The Research Instructor will design experiments and conduct research projects with other team members with minimal supervision. Develop research ideas and plans, conduct experiments, analyze and prepare data for publication and presentation. Write protocols, abstracts, and manuscripts for publication, and assist in preparation of grant applications.
Essential Functions
Perform cell preparations and cultures; maintain cell lines, treat, harvest, and analyze cell cultures and/or suitable animal tissues, including human tissues.
Perform analyze using biochemical techniques.
Establish database management system.
Produce abstracts and manuscripts for publication and presentation at scientific meetings.
Assist with preparation of grant applications.
Assist in the development of new methodology in sample preparation, and analysis of samples for molecular and biochemical analyses.
Instruct and train other laboratory employees in the use of the laboratory instruments, equipment, and techniques.
Coordinate with other researchers.
Physical Requirements
Involves long periods of sitting or standing and some walking. Occasional lifting of documents, supplies, equipment, solutions and chemicals required.
Education, Experience and Certifications
PhD in relevant field required.
Preferred : PhD in Chemistry of Biological science. Significant post-doctoral experience. Experience in nano-particle synthesis for drug delivery.
Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.