Independent Mitochondrial Biology Research Scientist

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine invites applications for a Research Scientist in the K Lab, within the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences. The lab focuses on mitochondrial biology, metabolism, genetics, and sex differences across tissues such as liver, adipose, heart, and hippocampus.

The successful candidate will investigate how mitochondrial function and metabolism relate to disease pathogenesis, employing biochemical, molecular, cellular, and mouse genetic approaches.

Qualifications

• PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Experience with mitochondrial biology.
• Ability to design and manage research projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct research projects independently under supervision.
• Adapt and optimize experimental protocols and assays.
• Train students and junior researchers in methods and procedures.
• Analyze data and prepare results for manuscripts and grants.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and accurate laboratory records.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field

Tools

Biochemical assays

Mitochondrial isolation

Mouse genetics

Job description

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine invites applications for a Research Scientist in the K Lab, within the Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences. The lab focuses on mitochondrial biology, metabolism, genetics, and sex differences across tissues such as liver, adipose, heart, and hippocampus.

The successful candidate will investigate how mitochondrial function and metabolism relate to disease pathogenesis, employing biochemical, molecular, cellular, and mouse genetic approaches.