Post Doctoral Fellow

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Type of Position:
Research

Job Type:
Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
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Department:
COP | Cardiovascular Pharmacology

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:
Exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Fellow to play an important role in research to develop novel therapeutics for vascular and lymphatic-related diseases and mitigation of side effects of cancer therapy. The fellow will report to and work under the general direction of the PI. The fellow is expected to design and perform experiments, monitor project progress, and collect and summarize research data. The fellow will plan and execute routine molecular studies (like RNA and protein isolation, gene and protein expression studies, cell sorting, microscopy, flow cytometry, cell isolation), routine cell/tissue culture, and vascular functional studies. The fellow will also perform surgical procedures the study the effects of pharmacological agents on lymph flow in vivo. The fellow is expected to participate in publishing research findings, to present research findings at scientific meetings, and to contribute to the preparation of grant proposals to funding agencies. The fellow also will supervise and provide proper training (e.g. lab-skills, safety, etc.) for graduate students etc. The postdoctoral fellow must have a doctoral degree (PhD, MD/PhD, or MD), and a track record of productivity with peer-reviewed publications. Successful candidates will benefit from the stimulating research environment for scientific growth and career development. Salary for this position will be commensurate with experience, expertise and University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences guidelines.
Research working on the lymphatics project
- Writing research progress reports, manuscripts and patent applications
- Supervising graduate students in the lab

Qualifications:

Applicant must has a Doctoral degree in Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacology, Physiology, Molecular Biology or related field

Special knowledge - Required

• An understanding of principles of biology, pharmacology, and physiology
• Proficient in handling laboratory animals and in performing surgical and non-surgical animal processes
• Proficient in preparing & maintaining cell cultures, and in experimental methods commonly used in immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology (Western blot, PCR, flow cytometry, processing tissue for histopathology, etc)
• Computer skills for word processing, data management, biostatistics and scientific presentation
• Ability to perform literature research, simple analyses, scientific presentation, and other tasks aimed at refining ongoing protocols, summarizing interim and final results, and developing new research protocols.

Special knowledge - Preferred

• Training in vascular and lymphatic functional research techniques (ie microdissection, vessel perfusion, lymph flow imaging, calcium imaging)
• Experience in shRNA transfection

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:
Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:
Lifting, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A

Benefits Eligible:
Yes