Þscription The Molecular Microbiology Laboratory at Mount Sinai Hospital is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to work on Infectious Diseases translational research and who is eager at exploring novel sequencing methods with a broader skill-set spanning both wet-laboratory skills and sequencing/computational approaches. The successful candidate should have doctorate (or PhD-level degree) and broad experience in microbiological diagnostics including virology, bacteriology, mycology and parasitology. Experience in bioinformatics is essential and desired. Key challenges will involve the design and refinement of rapid targeted and metagenomic genome sequencing approaches that could be deployed successfully into clinical laboratory diagnostics. Responsibilities Responsibilities: Assist in designing, developing, executing, and implementing tests validation and/or development. (35%) Perform specialized laboratory tests utilizing experimental protocols, which involves specialized procedures (Next Generation Sequencing and bioinformatics). (25%) Prepare data summaries and keep detailed records of experiments. (20%) Assists with the preparation of data for presentations at several meetings and for LDT submission. (20%) May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role. Teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff. Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; assist in grant writing. Qualifications Qualifications: PhD in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science or relevant fields. At least 2 years of post-doctoral experience. Experienced in all areas of clinical microbiology (virology, bacteriology, mycology and parasitology). Recent experience related to SARS-CoV-2 research. Experienced in common and specialized molecular diagnostic techniques such as PCR, real-time PCR, next generation sequencing and bioinformatics. Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals. Ability to work in a team and conduct independent research with good analytical, technical and problem-solving skills. The appointee will be responsible for initiating and carrying out validation of new diagnostic tests in the Molecular Microbiology Laboratory at the Department of Pathology, Molecular and Cell-Based Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, under direct supervision of Dr. Alberto Paniz-Mondolfi (Director) and Juan David Ramirez (Assistant Director). Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. 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