Post Doc Res Assoc

Post Doc Res Assoc

Job Summary

A Postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. J. David Symons in the Department of Nutrition and Integrative Physiology (NUIP) at the University of Utah (UU) in Salt Lake City, UT to study endothelial cell metabolism in the context of acute ischemic stroke using preclinical models. In addition to Dr. Symons, the mentoring team includes MPIs Drs. Scott Summers, William Holland, Paulo Pires, and Robert Campbell. We seek individuals with basic science skills directly related to the intersection of metabolism and cardiovascular biology. Successful candidates will exhibit high motivation, stellar academic performance, outstanding research productivity during their graduate training, and a demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial and respectful manner. Applicants across the cardiovascular translational research spectrum will be considered including researchers using molecular, biochemical, genetic, and physiological approaches.

Stipends begin at 61,000 and follow NIH NRSA guidelines



Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be well versed in techniques of molecular and cell biology, rodent handling, and in vivo and/or ex vivo assessment of arterial function. The candidate will work on two NIH funded projects: the role of endothelial cell sphingolipids (Project 1) and endothelial cell autophagy (Project 2) in contributing to outcomes of acute ischemic stroke. The successful applicant will have access to outstanding research cores (e.g. metabolomics, genomics, bioinformatics, metabolic phenotyping) and the ability to leverage resources from NUIP https://health.utah.edu/nutrition-intergrative-physiology; The Diabetes and Metabolism Research Center https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/diabetes-metabolism-research-center and UU Molecular Medicine Program (insert hyperlink). In addition to managing projects, the applicant will contribute to abstract, manuscript, and grant writing. U Molecular Medicine Program In addition to managing projects, the applicant will contribute to abstract, manuscript, and grant writing

Minimum Qualifications


Preferences
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. We are particularly interested in applications from students underrepresented in biomedical research including from racial/ethnic, socioeconomic disadvantaged and rural/frontier communities. If eligible i.e., US citizen or Permanent Resident, opportunities exist to apply for T32 training grants (insert hyperlink for T32 Diabetes and Metabolism opportunity).
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Special Instructions
Please apply online and include:1. Cover Letter (1 page)2. CV3. Summaries of research accomplishments (1 page) and future research plans (up to 2 pages) attached under "Research Statement"4. Names and contact information for at least three former mentors / supervisors

Inquiries or requests for information may be sent to,j.david.symons@hsc.utah.edu.

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Requisition Number: PRN40208B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01337 - Molecular Medicine Program
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 20000 to 500000
Close Date: 1/31/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/173512


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