OA Pain Mechanisms Scientist: Research & Genomics Lead

Indiana University; Indiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis seeks an Assistant Research Professor in Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology to lead an NIH-funded project on OA pain mechanisms using mouse models and single-cell approaches. The role emphasizes independent research and collaboration in a vibrant biomedicine community.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or MD/PhD in a related field, bring postdoctoral experience, and mentor a growing laboratory as part of a Center for Musculoskeletal

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD in a related field.
• Postdoctoral or equivalent research experience.
• Experience in OA, musculoskeletal and single cell transcriptomics, transgenic mouse models and colony management, animal surgery or behavioral phenotyping, molecular signaling, advanced microscopy, and bioinformatics.

Responsibilities

• Lead studies within an NIH-funded project on cell-intrinsic pain mechanisms in OA.
• Drive research projects with independence and rigor; analyze complex datasets.
• Mentor junior laboratory members and contribute to manuscripts and grant proposals.

Education

PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent degree in musculoskeletal biology, neuroscience, immunology, molecular biology, or a related field

Job description

Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis seeks an Assistant Research Professor in Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology to lead an NIH-funded project on OA pain mechanisms using mouse models and single-cell approaches. The role emphasizes independent research and collaboration in a vibrant biomedicine community.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or MD/PhD in a related field, bring postdoctoral experience, and mentor a growing laboratory as part of a Center for Musculoskeletal