Job TitlePost-Doctoral ScholarRequisition NumberDU10972Department Name7H854:OPHTHALMOLOGY & VISUAL SCIENCEWork LocationLexington, KYSalary RangeNIH ScaleType of PositionTemporaryPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
PhD, M.D. or equivalent
Required Related Experience
N/A
Required License/Registration/Certification
N/A
Physical Requirements
Sitting at computer work station for long periods of time; standing for long periods of time, repetitive motion
Shift
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, occasional evenings or weekends may be required
Job Summary
The Autophagy & Metabolism group is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and collaborative individual to work as a Postdoctoral Scholar on translational and basic biomedical research in neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases. Our research focuses on elucidating the roles of autophagy and metabolism in normal cells/animals and in human diseases, utilizing a variety of techniques including transcriptomics/proteomics/metabolomics, other biochemical and cell biological assays, mouse behavioral tests, and confocal/intravital/mass spectrometric imaging.
More experienced individuals may be qualified for a campus staff position within the Ophthalmology & Visual Science department.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills and appropriate experience. Preference will be given to individuals with a strong and prior research experience in areas listed in Job Summary.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply06/30/2024University Community of Inclusion
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