Post-Doctoral Associate - Integrative Biology & Physiology

Duties/Responsibilities:

This is a directed research position to carry out research projects of mutual interest to the candidate and the sponsoring faculty. A successful candidate will contribute to authorship on manuscripts, apply for fellowships from relevant agencies (NIH, American Heart Association), and work with and train junior members of the lab.

70% - Experimental work in a laboratory setting, including, but not limited to: 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; Signaling Assays

15% - Writing manuscripts and fellowship applications

15% - Mentorship and supervision of junior lab members

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in a biological science.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience or background in cardiovascular, immunological, or metabolic research preferred, but not required

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. The spotlight is on Minnesota as a rising star in cardiovascular research.

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.

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This position will remain open until filled.

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