Department:
SOM KC The Alzheimer's Disease Center (ADC)
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ResearchPosition Title:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
A position is available for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow at the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (KU ADRC) at the University of Kansas Medical Center (KUMC). Candidates will work with Dr. Russell Swerdlow, the KU ADRC Director. The Swerdlow laboratory is interested in mitochondrial biology and the role of mitochondrial biology in Alzheimer’s disease. Current projects focus on these areas: [1] the origin, basis, and causes of Alzheimer’s disease mitochondrial dysfunction; [2] the consequences of Alzheimer’s disease mitochondrial dysfunction including relationships to plaque, tangle, and apolipoprotein E biology; and [3] the manipulation of mitochondrial function to treat Alzheimer’s disease.
A reach objective is to transition the fellow towards a faculty-level position, through which the candidate will establish an independent research program that advances research into mitochondrial biology and its role in Alzheimer’s disease. This objective is contingent on obtaining mentored grant support. Therefore, in addition to a background in fundamental metabolism/mitochondria research and an interest in Alzheimer’s disease research, an ability (or the desire to acquire the ability) to develop and write grant applications is preferred.
Additional career training and development opportunities will be provided through the KU ADRC’s Brain Health Training Program (BHTP). Through the BHTP program, the fellow will have access to an integrated and comprehensive research training environment for the study of brain aging and dementia. The BHTP pipeline provides opportunities for the fellow to develop mentoring skills, collaborative science networks and advanced research skills.
Job Description:
*This position works on-site at KUMC or other work locations as determined by supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
Education
PhD or equivalent terminal degree (such as MD, DVM, PsyD, PharmD)
Work Experience
Experience writing scientific documents and/or publications.
Experience designing and executing experiments.
Experience analyzing data.
Experience writing and preparing grant applications.
Experience supervising graduate students.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with molecular biology and biochemistry techniques.
Experience with omics-based approaches.
Experience with mitochondrial or metabolism fundamental biology and research at a genetic, proteomic, or functional level.
Experience with Alzheimer’s disease research.
Experience working with diverse populations.
Skills
Strong organizational/multi-tasking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Job Duties:
Postdoctoral Professional Development
As part of one’s own development, regularly participate in professional development activities outside of the lab.
Participate in the KUMC Postdoctoral Individual Development Plan process.
Analyze and disseminate findings from basic and clinical research at the KU ADRC, including but not limited to, analysis of data with advanced software, and developing and submitting manuscripts for publication.
Implement and execute laboratory studies as defined and approved by the lab supervisor and mentor.
Participation in grant development and submission, including training grants and research grants to be conducted by both the fellow and others.
Attention to detail, multitasking, ability to work within a team, and maintaining a professional demeanor towards research volunteers are necessary attributes for executing these projects.
Other duties as assigned.
The KU ADRC recognizes that our Center, University, and Community are strengthened by a diverse and inclusive group of students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to welcoming diversity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating a climate of mutual respect that values our differences and our similarities. We are invested in making employment opportunities at the KU ADRC accessible to individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences. We strongly encourage applications from applicants who will enhance us in our continuing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Some actions we take to make the KU ADRC a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace include:
Supporting an employee team to advocate for justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.
Serving and empowering communities, with an important focus on the underserved.
Seeking and supporting diverse businesses with KU ADRC funds.
Leading conversations to remain progressive about our communities’ needs.
Committing to making changes to support KUMC’s goals for equity, diversity and inclusion.
Supporting a diverse trainee pool through recognizing individual needs.
For more information about our diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, follow this link .
About the KU ADRC:
The KU ADRC is a National Institute of Aging P30-designated national leader in AD research with the vision to impact the lives of every patient and family dealing with Alzheimer’s in the region and across the state of Kansas through our research, education, and clinical care. We are a comprehensive center at the forefront of clinical trials, lifestyle intervention trials, drug and translational research, and basic science research. Our research enables us to also provide leading edge clinical care and support for dementia caregivers. In addition, we provide a wide variety of both public education and training opportunities for the workforce of tomorrow.
The ADRC currently has seven core groups and one component group that support conducting in Alzheimer’s disease research and outreach efforts:
• Administrative Core • Biomarker Core
• Clinical Core • Data Management & Statistical Core
• Neuroimaging Core • Neuropathology Core
• Outreach, Recruitment & Engagement Core • Research Education Component
About the University of Kansas Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Center offers top-ranked academic and research programs in the schools of Health Professions, Medicine and Nursing.
KUMC comprises three schools – Health Professions, Medicine and Nursing.
KUMC has over 1,500 faculty and spans over three campuses throughout the state of Kansas: Kansas City, Wichita, and Salina.
Learn more about our medical center here.
About Kansas City:
Kansas City metro area has a population of greater than 2 million.
Awarded America’s 4th Most Cultured City by Travel + Leisure magazine.
Outdoor activities year-round with more than 600 parks and 24 public lakes.
Amazing food – from KC barbeque to local farm-fresh fare and ethnic varieties.
Robust art scene -museums/symphony/ballet/theater and more.
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus nine paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Salary
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$47,476.00 - $80,000.00
Minimum
$47,476.00Midpoint
$66,000.00Maximum
$80,000.00