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The Neuroscience Center of Excellence is seeking a Staff Scientist or Staff Scientist Senior, depending upon qualifications. Successful candidates should have a PhD or equivalent degree and must be able to work independently and will be responsible for studying Imaging, immunocytochemistry, single cell genomics/epigenomics, and dry eye in animal models. Prior research experiences in imaging, immunocytochemistry, molecular biology, epigenetic regulation of gene expression and bioinformatics, is highly desired. The team member will be expected to perform team-based science research. Incumbent will design, organize and conduct highly specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols and procedures and in some cases design new protocols; prepare and submit manuscripts, grant applications, and present data in lab meetings, seminars, and at national scientific meetings; assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory; participate in the training, supervision and guidance of junior technicians, students and postdoctoral fellows.

The aim of the Fellowship is to further the Fellow's education and career development through participation in the Institute's programs and activities including: * Research on topics relevant to water law and policy * Preparation of reports and white papers * Coordination and interaction with contractors and colleagues outside of the Law School in furtherance of the Institute's programs. * Supervision of research assistants. * Development of at least one topical presentation. The Senior Research Fellow position begins in August 2026. * Demonstrated capacity for working with people from varied backgrounds and persuasions in dynamic situations. * Knowledge of environmental, administrative, or property law. * Ability to travel for occasional out of town meetings, conferences, or symposia. * Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely. * Recent (within 2 years) JD or LLM. * Superior academic record and a strong interest in the legal and policy dimensions of water management and stewardship. * Experience in the water resources field.

Shift: Monday through Friday, 9:00 PM - 6:00 PM Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Compensation: $19. 00 per hour SUMMARY: Responsible for providing or overseeing the analysis, administration and oversight of varied chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs and practices; provides feedback and guidance to regarding the analysis of materials, products and/or devices utilizing using intermediate to complex professional and technical knowledge of chemistry/biochemistry or related instrumentation, testing, and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Provides intermediate to complex analysis in support of various testing materials, products and/or devices utilizing various analytical instrumentation; follows Standard Operating Procedures and methods to perform testing. * Provides intermediate to complex review, analysis, interpretation and documentation of testing results. * Overseeing or reviewing, completing and processing various types of chemistry/biochemistry forms, documents, databases, and related materials and information. * Provides intermediate to complex analysis, interpretation and counsel to staff, management, and functional leaders regarding chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs and practices; involves varied operations and leading implementation and change. * Provides various research, feedback and decisions to resolve management and employee questions and requirements; assists with receiving customer feedback and coordinating resources and responses as required. * Analyzes and reviews intermediate to complex operations, results, feedback and related chemistry/biochemistry information on an ongoing to as needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals and recommendations to management. * Ensures the accuracy of various tests, equipment, actions, procedures and operational databases, reports, and related details through audits, queries, and operational reviews; works with teams to resolve discrepancies. * Assists with developing or participating in chemistry/biochemistry or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction and presents information to management. * Cleans, maintains, prepares and calibrates equipment, samples, and related areas. * Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed. * Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. * Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biochemistry, or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of chemistry/biochemistry experience, including experience with complex programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge: * Intermediate to complex principles, practices and techniques of chemistry/biochemistry. * Various understanding of the administration and oversight of chemistry/biochemistry programs, policies and procedures. * Intermediate to complex methods to resolve chemistry/biochemistry problems, questions and concerns. * Various understanding of applicable chemistry/biochemistry laws, codes and regulations. * Understanding of various testing tools, equipment, and calibration. * Computer applications and systems related to the work. * Principles and practices to serving as an effective project team member. * Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective and appropriate operations. * Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Required Skills: * Performing intermediate to complex professional-level chemistry/biochemistry duties in a variety of assigned areas. * Overseeing and administering various chemistry/biochemistry functions. * Training others in policies and procedures related to the work. * Serving as a team member and the development and management of projects. * Operating in a both a team and individual contributor environment. * Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable laws, codes and regulations. * Preparing intermediate to complex functionals reports, correspondence and other written materials. * Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines. * Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work. * Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups across functional peers and the department. * Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. * Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work. Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work. Benefits When you join Pace , you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft. Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Shift: Monday through Friday, 9:00 PM - 6:00 PM Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives. Compensation: $19.00 per hour SUMMARY: Responsible for providing or overseeing the analysis, administration and oversight of varied chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs and practices; provides feedback and guidance to regarding the analysis of materials, products and/or devices utilizing using intermediate to complex professional and technical knowledge of chemistry/biochemistry or related instrumentation, testing, and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides intermediate to complex analysis in support of various testing materials, products and/or devices utilizing various analytical instrumentation; follows Standard Operating Procedures and methods to perform testing. Provides intermediate to complex review, analysis, interpretation and documentation of testing results. Overseeing or reviewing, completing and processing various types of chemistry/biochemistry forms, documents, databases, and related materials and information. Provides intermediate to complex analysis, interpretation and counsel to staff, management, and functional leaders regarding chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs and practices; involves varied operations and leading implementation and change. Provides various research, feedback and decisions to resolve management and employee questions and requirements; assists with receiving customer feedback and coordinating resources and responses as required. Analyzes and reviews intermediate to complex operations, results, feedback and related chemistry/biochemistry information on an ongoing to as needed basis to determine trends, draw conclusions, interpret findings, and presents results, proposals and recommendations to management. Ensures the accuracy of various tests, equipment, actions, procedures and operational databases, reports, and related details through audits, queries, and operational reviews; works with teams to resolve discrepancies. Assists with developing or participating in chemistry/biochemistry or cross-functional project or program objectives, which includes proposed budgets, timelines, materials, personnel, and other project requirements, receives direction and presents information to management. Cleans, maintains, prepares and calibrates equipment, samples, and related areas. Interprets and applies department policies and procedures and assists with applicable laws, rules, and regulations; receives guidance within these areas as needed. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Promotes and supports the overall mission of Pace Analytical by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with customers and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment. QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in chemistry/biochemistry, or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of chemistry/biochemistry experience, including experience with complex programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Required Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge: Intermediate to complex principles, practices and techniques of chemistry/biochemistry. Various understanding of the administration and oversight of chemistry/biochemistry programs, policies and procedures. Intermediate to complex methods to resolve chemistry/biochemistry problems, questions and concerns. Various understanding of applicable chemistry/biochemistry laws, codes and regulations. Understanding of various testing tools, equipment, and calibration. Computer applications and systems related to the work. Principles and practices to serving as an effective project team member. Methods to communicate with staff, coworkers, and customers to ensure safe, effective and appropriate operations. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Required Skills: Performing intermediate to complex professional-level chemistry/biochemistry duties in a variety of assigned areas. Overseeing and administering various chemistry/biochemistry functions. Training others in policies and procedures related to the work. Serving as a team member and the development and management of projects. Operating in a both a team and individual contributor environment. Interpreting, applying and explaining applicable laws, codes and regulations. Preparing intermediate to complex functionals reports, correspondence and other written materials. Using initiative and independent judgment within established department guidelines. Using tact, discretion and prudence in working with those contacted in the course of the work. Performing effective oral presentations to large and small groups across functional peers and the department. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals contacted in the course of the work. Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work. Benefits When you join Pace , you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft. Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The LSU Cancer Center is seeking a highly motivated Staff Scientist or Staff Scientist Sr. to join Dr. Hari Koul's dynamic research team focused on uncovering the molecular mechanisms driving therapy resistance in prostate cancer, with particular emphasis on epigenetic regulation and dysregulated protein translation. The Staff Scientist will conduct research that integrates molecular biology, genomic, and proteomic approaches to identify novel therapeutic targets and pathways involved in castration-resistant prostate cancer ( CRPC ). Successful candidates should have a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree and must be able to work independently with high self-motivation. A strong background in epigenetics, translational control, or molecular oncology with proven research experience demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals are highly desired.

Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D. or equivalent Terminal Degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. • Technical skills and competencies to conduct quantifiable, meaningful research. * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Ability to interact with individuals of diverse backgrounds at all levels internal and external to the organization. * Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team. * Ability to keyboard and utilize various standardized word processing, spreadsheet preparation, and presentation software. * Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. * Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision. * Terminal Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.V.M., etc.) * A minimum of 5 years of research experience in a relevant field (or area) post terminal degree completion. * Work experience in an academic environment. * More than 5 years' professional research work experience.

LSU Health New Orleans School of Nursing is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our faculty as a Nurse Scientist. Our School of Nursing is recognized for its excellence within an academic health sciences center environment, offering a unique opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research and innovation. Our nursing faculty have the opportunity to educate future nurses at the BSN , MN/ MSN , DNP and PhD levels, including working in state-of-the-art simulation laboratories. This role includes conducting research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, engaging in faculty practice, and pursuing entrepreneurial and consultative activities. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong research focus in cancer care, including cancer prevention, treatment, survivorship, or palliative care. Incumbent will mentor students and junior faculty, participate in curriculum development, and promote excellence in cancer care research and nursing education; Engage in high-impact interdisciplinary research collaborations within the academic health sciences center and across diverse fields, contributing to the broader scientific community; Publish original research in peer-reviewed, high-impact journals and present findings at national and international conferences to advance the body of knowledge in cancer nursing and healthcare; Secure research grants from federal agencies, foundations, and other external sources to support scholarly activities and advance innovative cancer care interventions; Contribute to the academic community by mentoring junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students, fostering their development as emerging nurse scientists; Build partnerships with healthcare organizations, research centers, and clinical networks to translate research into practice and improve cancer patient outcomes; Serve as a research mentor for PhD and DNP students, providing guidance on dissertation projects and fostering scholarly excellence; Participate in curriculum development, particularly in areas related to oncology nursing, evidence-based practice, and research methodologies; Mentor students and junior faculty in writing for publication, grant writing, and presenting research at scholarly meetings; and engage in community outreach and advocacy initiatives to promote cancer prevention, education, and research within diverse populations. We invite you to submit your curriculum vitae for this following faculty position.

Research Scientists are individuals holding a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree who play a major role in enabling research programs through collaborative and collegial interactions with faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students and staff. The rank of the research scientist is a staff appointment. A research scientist may apply his/her effort entirely to research, or a combination of research, training, and lab managerial activities. The classification of Research Scientist I is the entry level position in the job hierarchy.• Technical skills and competencies to maintain research equipment, specifically a confocal microscope, mass spectrometers, and an x-ray photoelectron spectrometer * Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills that will enable the successful candidate to train graduate and undergraduate students on the above-mentioned research equipment * Ability to work with instrumentation companies to troubleshoot instruments as needed * Ability to work collaboratively as a positive, contributing member of a team * Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously * Ability to prioritize work, performing assignments with minimal supervision * Terminal Degree (Ph.D./M.D./D.V.M.,etc.): Ph.D. * Work experience in an academic environment.

The Staff Scientist will assist/work on the project titled: “Human Endogenous Retroviral Sequences (HERVs) in the Development and Progression of human glioblastoma.” The incumbent's duties will include conducting basic and translational research using in-vivo and in-vitro models, performing cell cultures, molecular biology techniques, RNA and protein isolation, phase contract, fluorescence and confocal microscopy, and gene transfer using plasmid and viral vectors including CRISPR /Cas9 system and stable cell lines generation. Successful candidates should have an interest in translational cancer research with a PhD or equivalent degree and must be able to work independently with high self-motivation.

Subject to the availability of funds, one or two postdoctoral positions may be available in the Mathematics Department of Tulane University in the Integrability research group with a start date of July 31, 2026. The research group is part of a very active multi-university, international research collaborative, striving to discover nonlinear phenomena along with their complete and mathematically precise explanations. Postdoctoral researchers working in this area will be mentored to support the development of their own independent research program, while collaborating with the research collective. At Tulane, professional development includes the usual interactions with faculty researchers to discuss career decisions, along with the expectation that the postdoc participate in the mentoring of graduate students in conjunction with Ken McLaughlin, as well as teaching two courses per year. The successful candidate should possess a Ph.D. in Mathematics or a related field is required, along with experience in asymptotic analysis. The appointment is for one year, and, subject to successful performance, renewable for up to two more years. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

Under the broad oversight of a faculty member, the Staff Scientist will be expected to perform independent or team-based science research. Incumbent will design, organize and conduct highly specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols and procedures and in some cases design new protocols; prepare and submit manuscripts and grant applications, and present data in lab meetings, seminars, and at national scientific meetings; assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory; participate in the training, supervision and guidance of junior technicians, students and postdoctoral fellows.

The Li Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Tulane University School of Medicine invites applications for two Postdoctoral Fellow positions. These roles are supported by NIAID R01 grants and focus on investigating the role of cGAS-STING innate immune signaling in viral infection and tumorigenesis. The lab aims to uncover the fundamental mechanisms of nuclear cGAS signaling and its influence on host defense, inflammation, and cancer development. We employ a multidisciplinary approach, integrating biochemical, molecular, multi-omics, and mouse genetic models (including conditional knockout and knock-in mice). Ph.D. in microbiology, immunology, or related field (biomedical science) Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

A postdoctoral fellow position in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is available. The Postdoctoral Fellow will be responsible for studying the molecular biology and genetics of mammalian mobile DNA, including the role of aberrant retrotransposon expression and replication on various disease states. The successful candidate should be able to manipulate large data sets and analyze next-gen sequencing. * Ph.D. or M.D., within 6 months of hiring. * Research experience in genetics and bioinformatics. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

A post-doctoral position is available immediately in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Tulane University to investigate diarrheal and pneumoniae disease vaccines and adjuvants. This project is NIH-funded and involves preclinical animal models, human clinical trial samples, biomarkers investigations, and mechanistic studies. The ideal candidate will have experience in human or mouse immunology, infectious disease, or biostatistics. The successful candidate will be mentored toward research independence in his/her chosen area of specialization. Review of applications will begin immediately. For more information contact ****************** Ph.D. and research experience in the areas of biochemistry, microbiology, or immunology. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Hai Huang in the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, and Brain Institute at Tulane University. The aim is to understand the synaptic, neuronal and circuit mechanisms that support reliable and precise auditory information processing and how hearing loss and neurological disorders affect synaptic, neuronal and circuit function, using a combination of techniques, including ex vivo and in vivo electrophysiology, two-photon imaging, computational modeling, molecular biology, and animal models. The successful candidates should have a strong background in neuroscience and experience with electrophysiology. The position is funded by NIH grant and salary will follow guidelines set by NIH and Tulane. The postdoctoral fellow will conduct studies of cellular neurophysiology in the auditory system. The responsibilities for this position will include experimental design, data collection and analysis, preparing for publications in peer-reviewed journals, and presentation of those results at scientific meetings. Interested applicants please provide: 1) curriculum vitae, 2) the names of three references, 3) a brief statement of research experience and interests. Required Education: Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences with experience in neuroscience. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Strong work ethic * Dedication to and focus on the project * Strong organizational and management skills * Ability to critically discuss science * Ability to critically read the scientific literature and apply it to the lab's research * Experience with neurophysiology * Experience with animal husbandry and tissue collection and processing * Excellent writing and presentation skills * Strong organizational and intrapersonal skills Preferred Qualifications: * Experience with patch-clamp recording * Experience with advanced microscopy and imaging Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

Tulane University's Department of Economics and National Center for Research on Education Access and Choice (REACH) seek a post-doctoral fellow with an interest in market-based school reform to conduct and publish original research. One-third of the fellow's time will involve carrying out applied econometric research, leveraging extensive linked student-level linked datasets, the National Longitudinal School Database (NLSD), and other data sources. Another third of the fellow's time will go toward acting as managing editor of the AEFP Live Handbook of Education Policy Research and teaching one undergraduate course per year. The remaining time will be available for the fellow to work on other projects, including dissertation publications and others unrelated to the work of the center. Funding will be provided for advanced training courses and conference travel. The fellow reports to Douglas N. Harris, Professor and Chair of Economics, the Schleider Foundation Chair in Public Education, founding director of REACH, and editor of the Live Handbook at Tulane University. Review of applications will begin no later than January 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. 1. PhD in economics, public policy or related field (must be completed before start date). 2. Experience and training in econometric analysis of student-level education data to address questions, preferably related to school reform. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

The Postdoctoral Fellow for the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology will be responsible for studying the biochemical and molecular mechanisms underlying the regulations of the p53-MDM2 loop, mutant p53s, and the c-Myc pathway in response to various signals and to identify small molecules that can suppress tumor growth by re-activating p53 activity or suppressing c-Myc activity in human cancer cells and mouse tumor model systems including genetically manipulated mouse models, such as p53-null, MDM2-C305/MDM4-3SA double knockin, CCDC3-null, TA-p63-null, PHLDB3-null, and p53-R249S knockin mouse models. 1. Ph.D. or M.D., within 6 months of hiring. 2. Research experience in biochemistry, enzymology, protein biochemistry, and molecular and cellular biology, mouse tumor models, and mouse genetics. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

The School of Science and Engineering (SSE) at Tulane University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow & Undergraduate Research Coordinator. This is a three-year position pending successful annual review. This fellowship will enable a recent STEM Ph.D. graduate to help lead, mentor, and transform undergraduate research experiences at an R1 university with a strong undergraduate focus. Undergraduates in SSE study topics ranging from Psychology to Physics, and everything in between. The Postdoctoral Fellow will coordinate SSE's undergraduate research program, help develop materials and grant proposals supporting undergraduate research, teach a limited undergraduate load including innovative CURE courses and career development courses, and mentor students at multiple levels. Responsibilities Undergraduate Research Program Leadership * Serve as the primary coordinator of undergraduate STEM research initiatives, implementing SSE's Undergraduate Research Task Force 1,000-day plan. * Collaborate with faculty to develop, implement, and assess Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs). * Coordinate first-year career development courses introducing students to STEM careers, research opportunities, and professional development pathways. * Organize programmatic activities such as lab open houses, student workshops, research symposiums, and mentorship events to enhance student engagement and visibility of undergraduate research. * Support faculty in preparing proposals for undergraduate research funding (e.g., NSF REUs, NIH T34 supplements). * Partner with administrative units, including the Center for Engaged Learning and Teaching (CELT), the Innovative Learning Center, Career Services, the Undergraduate Research and Fellowship Office, and the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (OGPS), to provide workshops, mentor training, and professional development. Teaching and Mentoring * Teach one undergraduate course per semester (1-1 load), including a career development course for first-year STEM students. * Develop resources to assist with mentoring undergraduate students on topics such as securing research positions, presenting scientific posters, preparing for and presenting at conferences, and navigating professional pathways in STEM. * Mentor graduate students in best practices for supervising undergraduates in research, thereby fostering a culture of high-quality mentorship across SSE. Professional Development and Scholarship * Participate in professional development opportunities through CELT and Tulane's Innovative Learning Center, including workshops in pedagogy, mentorship, and program leadership. * Receive mentorship from faculty with expertise in STEM education research. * Assist with program evaluation and research on undergraduate research outcomes, with opportunities to publish in STEM education or discipline-based education journals. Appointment Details * Full-time, 3-year appointment. * Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience. * Mentorship and professional development provided in teaching, undergraduate research coordination, and STEM education scholarship. Required: * Ph.D. in a STEM discipline, completed by start date. * Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate teaching, mentorship, and research training. * Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills. Preferred: * Experience teaching or mentoring students in STEM fields. * Experience with or interest in CURE courses, program evaluation, or STEM education research. * Experience supporting faculty in grant preparation or programmatic initiatives. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.

The Postdoctoral Fellow for the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology will be responsible for molecular biology and bioengineering-based new technologies and approaches to detect and measure biomarkers associated with cancer and infectious disease, and to employ these methods to analyze samples from animal models of human disease and human subjects to test and validate their performance. We are a multi-disciplinary team across biology, chemistry, engineering, and bioinformatics. You will join a team that focuses on developing non-invasive approaches for early disease diagnosis and disease prognosis, the use of advanced molecular biology approaches for nucleic acid and protein biomarker measurement, and analysis of extracellular vesicles as biomarkers in the progression of cancer and infectious diseases. 1. Recent Ph.D. in in protein molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, epigenetics, immunology or related field, with demonstrated skills in analytical chemistry, molecular biology 2. Research experience in biomarker detection and quantification, exosome protein/RNA detection. T cell and antibody response, epigenetic regulations, nucleic acid including DNA, mRNA, mi RNA analysis, mutation analysis, drug resistance/ responses in cancer or infectious diseases. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at ************ or by email at *************.