Post Doctoral Fellow

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About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number NONAC3793 Job Title Post Doctoral Fellow Position Title Post Doctoral Fellow Position Type Non-Faculty Number of vacancies 1 Salary Commensurate with experience Department Surgery Position Summary

Job Family Description: This job family is dedicated to exploring and discovering answers to challenging questions,

advancing knowledge, and improving outcomes. Areas of responsibility include animal research, clinical/trial

research, grants & contract administration, laboratory research, research program administration, and research

support. Activities include developing, implementing, evaluating, and administering a wide variety of research

initiatives and securing grants, contributing to the advancement of scientific understanding and the improvement of

various fields that align with the mission of the Institute.

Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Principal Investigator, the Postdoctoral Fellow will independently conduct cuttingedge

research in bacteriology, antimicrobial resistance, genomics, and bioinformatics. This position offers

advanced training in experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing, and grant preparation while

contributing to high-impact research addressing critical public health challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and execution of complex research studies in bacteriology, antimicrobial

resistance, genomics, and bioinformatics.

• Develop and refine experimental protocols and methodologies; conduct in vitro/in vivo antibacterial

studies in BSL-2/BSL-3 facilities.

• Analyze and interpret data using advanced statistical methods, bioinformatics tools, and

computational approaches including programming languages and machine learning.

• Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals; present findings at conferences; prepare reports and

technical documentation.

• Mentor graduate students, undergraduate researchers, and laboratory staff; provide training on

techniques, protocols, and data analysis.

• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams; contribute to grant writing and funding proposals under PI

supervision.

• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies; ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

and ethical standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of microbiological principles, antimicrobial resistance mechanisms, and

bacterial genomics.

• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, sequencing, gene expression analysis).
• Strong understanding of experimental design, statistical analysis, and scientific research

methodology.

• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills; ability to prepare manuscripts, grants, and

technical reports.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively in team

environments.

• Strong mentorship capabilities; critical thinking and problem-solving abilities; commitment to

scientific integrity.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Ph.D. or equivalent in Microbiology, Immunology, Computational Biology, Molecular Biology, or related

biomedical sciences (completed within last 5 years or expected before start-date)

• Experience: Experience in antimicrobial resistance, antibacterial drug discovery, genomics, or bacterial

immunology.

• Demonstrated expertise in bacterial genomics, in vitro and in vivo antibacterial studies, and experimental design
• Strong publication record with peer-reviewed articles in internationally recognized journals
• Proven ability to design, implement, and analyze advanced research studies independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to translate complex scientific findings into practical

applications

• Familiarity with interdisciplinary or translational research approaches

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: Any combination of the following would be advantageous:

• Education: Master's degree (PhD, EdD, or related) preferred.
• Experience: Hands-on experience in BSL-2/BSL-3 facilities; laboratory animal handling; working with multidrugresistant

pathogens and biofilms.

• Experience with genomics data preparation and analysis; proficiency in programming languages (Python, R, Perl);

machine learning/AI applications.

• Experience with CRISPR techniques; microbiome experiments and analysis; advanced statistical analysis and data

visualization.

Closing Date 12/09/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

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Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

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Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

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