Postdoctoral Scholar

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 4 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Number PDS-PHYS-07-23
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department EHH BSOM Physiology
Department Homepage https://physiology.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department PHYSIOLOGY
Division ECU Health/BSOM
Classification Title Postdoctoral Scholar
Working Title Postdoctoral Scholar
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $56,484
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type
Job Category Postdoctoral Scholars
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Department of Physiology houses internationally recognized investigators whose research programs in basic and applied biomedical sciences emphasize the study of cellular and molecular basis of tissue function. The research programs are focused on understanding the integrative mechanisms of physiological processes within the context of both health and disease.
Job Duties
The postdoctoral scholar is responsible for independent and collaborative development, implementation, and analysis of scientific research focused on describing and evaluating the ability of SDF-1 based therapeutics to recover erectile function in rodent models of erectile dysfunction. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to to writing experimental protocols, organizing, implementing, and carrying out experiments, overseeing data collection and experimental procedures, recording and managing data, implementing quality control practices, analyzing data with various statistical techniques, and preparing data for dissemination at local/regional/national/international scientific meetings and submission to peer-reviewed scientific journals for publication. The postdoctoral scholar also will help to supervise undergraduate and graduate research students, comply established guidelines and regulatory standards for research including biosafety, responsible conduct of research and appropriate IACUC training.
Approximately 85% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to planning and design of experiments and performing experiments associated with the lab’s established experimental protocols.
Approximately 15% of the postdoctoral scholar’s time will be devoted to managing the day-to-day activity of undergraduate and graduate research students in the laboratory.
Minimum Education/Experience
English Proficiency
Excellent written and oral communication skills
MD, or PhD degree in physiology or highly related field
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
N/A
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Proficiency with experimental assays related to molecular protein and RNA assays, cell culture and rodent surgery
General proficiency in experimental design, data collection and analysis, data management, and other scientific research-related skill
License or Certification Required by the Department
Special Instructions to Applicant
To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply through PeopleAdmin and attach their CV or resume, cover letter and names and contact information of 3 references. Appointments are typically for a one-year period. Five years (typically five appointments of one year) is typically the maximum total period that any individual may serve as a Scholar. The University, in its sole discretion has the option to renew or extend any appointment, subject to the availability of funds, past performance evaluations and/or any other lawful reasons. For other information on the ECU Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, please visit our website at: https://rede.ecu.edu/postdoctoral/
Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 08/16/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins 08/23/2023
Rank Level Not Applicable
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/64292
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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