Post Doctoral Fellow

Job Information Position Number : 998311 Position Title : Post Doctoral Fellow Position Type : Post-docs Position Eclass : EP - EHRA 12 mo leave earning Location : UNC Greensboro, North Carolina Recruitment Range : Commensurate with Experience

FTE : 1.000

Type of Appointment : Time Limited (1 yr with possible annual reappointment) Open Until Filled : Yes Position Summary This position is expected to perform research in the area of alcohol-related organ injury. The research projects aim at understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of alcohol-induced pathogenesis at the gut-liver axis and exploring preventive and/or therapeutic interventions. Data generated from the projects will be used to support external funding applications. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications : Ph.D. degree in Biological Sciences; experience in cellular and molecular biology; experience in using graphics and statistical software to analyze and present data; record of research productivity in peer-reviewed journals and/or scientific meetings. Preferred Qualifications : Experience in handling mouse models; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a research team. Responsibilities Research (60%) : Conduct independent research using rodent models and in vitro cell models to explore the pathogenesis of alcohol-related organ injury. Design and implement research protocols; collect and analyze research data; adapt new procedures, methods, or instrumentation related to research procedures. Animal Duties (20%) : Manage and maintain mouse colonies, including breeding, genotyping, keeping census, and providing mice as needed for experiments. Presentation (10%) : Present research findings at scientific meetings and prepare manuscripts for publications based on the research findings. Lab Responsibilities (10%) : Assist with ordering and procurement of supplies, equipment and with general maintenance of laboratory. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed