Postdoctoral Fellow
About the job
- A PhD in Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or Microbiology is required.
- A minimum of 2-3 years of post-doctoral research experience is required.
- In-depth knowledge of molecular biology and structural biology is required.
- Publications are required.
- Experience in protein purification, crystallization, and microscopy techniques is required.
- Thorough knowledge of the use and preparation of culture media, chemicals, and reagents is required.
- Ability to perform a variety of laboratory procedures is required.
- Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing, including the ability to analyze and extract data from conversations and documents for research projects, is required.
- Ability to independently conduct research following established department guidelines is required.
- Strong supervisory skills and the ability to effectively train and evaluate personnel on laboratory research methods and procedures are required.
- Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships are required.
- Perform independent research and assist with other research projects.
- Plan, design, and implement research projects.
- Prepare and maintain culture media and reagents, and grow cultures including cells and viruses.
- Perform library research; prepare compounds; interpret experimental test data; cut, stain, and mount specimens; and potentially conduct research with radioactive elements.
- Compile, process, and analyze data.
- Document research procedures and results according to department guidelines.
- Develop reports from research data; maintain reports and records; code data for electronic data processing; input and retrieve data via computer; and analyze, interpret, and verify data.
- Conduct advanced research in a particular field of knowledge and assist with publishing data in professional journals.
- Write, review, and edit materials for publication and research articles from various sources.
- Set up and operate scientific apparatus, including scintillation counters, centrifuges, spectrometers, gamma counters, microscopes, and homogenizers.
- Develop, revise, and recommend laboratory or research project operating policies and procedures.
- Attend and participate in seminars and lectures to remain current on trends and developments in related research.
- Supervise and train lower-level classifications, assigned laboratory technicians, and students.
- Prior experience handling laboratory mice.
About the company
Meharry Medical College is a private, non-profit medical and health sciences university in Nashville that educates healthcare professionals and scientists. It operates through three schools—Medicine, Dentistry, and Graduate Studies and Research—offering professional degrees, clinical training, and research programs. Its degree programs and clinical experiences are delivered via classroom instruction, hospital-based rotations, and mentored research, funded by tuition, research grants, and philanthropy. The college distinguishes itself through its history as the first medical school for African Americans in the Southern United States, its emphasis on health equity, and its focus on training clinicians and scientists who serve minority and underserved communities. Its goal is to expand the workforce of physicians, dentists, and researchers dedicated to improving health outcomes and reducing disparities.
Company Size
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Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$20M
Headquarters
Nashville, Tennessee
Founded
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Meharry secured $31 million NIH funding in April 2026, reinforcing research momentum.
- Its $200 million campaign accelerated after an $85 million quiet phase by June 2024.
- The 2025 Nashville General agreement runs through 2027, stabilizing residency and governance ties.
What critics are saying
- LCME probation since 2024 threatens Meharry medicine if unresolved before the 2027 survey.
- Federal Grad PLUS elimination on July 1, 2026, shifts graduate borrowing to private lenders.
- Nashville General's campus lease expires in 2027; a failed renewal disrupts clinical training.
What makes Meharry Medical College unique
- Meharry is the South's first medical school for Black physicians, founded in 1876.
- Its Nashville General partnership keeps students embedded in a safety-net hospital serving underserved patients.
- Vanderbilt, Tennessee State, and Meharry anchor major NIH- and NCI-funded research collaborations.
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Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours