Postdoctoral Research Associate

3 weeks ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States University of Minnesota Full time
About the Job

This is a research-focused position that involves carrying out projects of mutual interest to the candidate and the sponsoring faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to authorship on manuscripts, apply for fellowships from relevant agencies, and work with and train junior members of the lab.

Key Responsibilities
  • 70%: Experimental work in a laboratory setting, including breeding and maintaining Cre-responsive mouse lines, small animal surgery, small animal ultrasound imaging, culture of primary cardiac myocytes/tissue culture, confocal microscopy, histology, immunohistochemistry and immunocytochemistry, flow cytometry/mass cytometry, and signaling assays.
  • 15%: Writing manuscripts and fellowship applications.
  • 15%: Mentorship and supervision of junior lab members.
Requirements

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in a biological science. Prior experience or background in cardiovascular, immunological, or metabolic research is preferred but not required.

About the Department

The O'Connell Lab, in the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology at the University of Minnesota, primarily focuses on G-protein coupled receptor (GPCR) signaling in heart failure. We investigate the function of GPCRs in models ranging from molecular signaling in primary cultures of cardiac myocytes to whole animal physiology.

In the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology, our research centers on integrative systems biology of the heart and vasculature, including the close linkages among cardiovascular diseases and obesity, diabetes, and metabolism at the whole animal level. The department is ideally positioned to bridge basic science discoveries to clinically relevant applications, spanning from academia to our neighbors in the biomedical industry.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. Please upload a copy of your diploma or other documentation confirming your receipt of a Doctorate degree.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).



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