Post Doc Fellow, Hoxworth Blood Center Research, Wang Laboratory

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

The Hoxworth Blood Center Division of Research at the University of Cincinnati is recruiting for a full-time Post Doctoral Fellow in the Wang laboratory. The role focuses on cell mechanobiology and enzymology, exploring biomechanical behaviors of blood, immune, and cancer cells using biosensors and microfluidics.

The successful candidate will contribute to developing methods or biomedical applications while advancing their research career in a supportive lab with a record of placing alumni in

Qualifications

• PhD in biology or related field required.
• Experience with cell culture and biosensor/microfluidics is a plus.
• Strong writing and communication skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research experiments in cell mechanobiology focusing on blood cells.
• Gather and analyze data; develop new ideas for current research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations.
• Stay updated on developments in the field to maintain expertise.
• Lab maintenance and ordering supplies as needed.
• Seek career and research guidance from supervisor and faculty.
• Perform duties as needed by the department.

Skills

Cell mechanobiology knowledge

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

PhD in biology/biomedicine/biochemistry/biophysics/bioengineering or related field

Tools

Fluorescence microscopy

Image analysis software

Biosensor/microfluidics development tools

Job description

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called \"the most ambitious campus design program in the country.\" UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

Hoxworth Blood Center (HBC), University of Cincinnati, was founded in 1938 and serves more than 30 hospitals in 18 counties in Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and southeastern Indiana. Annually, Hoxworth collects more than 100,000 units of blood from local donors to help save the lives of patients in area hospitals. Hoxworth Blood Center: Saving Lives Close to Home. HBC is located within the College of Medicine and is the only Regional Blood Center owned and operated by a University in United States.

The Hoxworth Division of Research, is recruiting for a full-time (100 % FTE) Post Doc Fellow position in the laboratory of Dr. Xuefeng Wang, at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. Within Wang's lab, there is a strong commitment to nurturing lab members' growth and development. Three out of five postdoctoral alumni from Wang's lab have successfully secured faculty positions, highlighting our dedication to cultivating academic careers.

The successful candidate will join a team to conduct research in the study of cell mechanobiology and enzymology, with an emphasis in the biomechanical behaviors of blood cells, immune cells, and cancer cells. Using cutting-edge biosensors and microfluidics, the researcher will delve into understanding cellular forces during critical processes such as cell adhesion, platelet aggregation, and macrophage-mediated phagocytosis. The appointed postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for either developing new methods or exploring biomedical applications within this captivating realm of mechanobiology.

Essential Functions

• Conduct research experiments in the field of cell mechanobiology, with an emphasis on blood cells such as platelets, monocytes, and T cells.


• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research.


• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results.


• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.


• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed.


• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.


• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• PhD in biology, biomedicine, biochemistry, biophysics, bioengineering, or related field.

Required Experience

• In-depth knowledge of specialized field, process or discipline.


• May require experience with specialized software programs.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience in cell culture, common cell biology assays, fluorescence microscopy and image analysis.


• Good communication and writing skills.


• Prior experience in the studies of platelets, neutrophils or macrophages.


• Prior experience in biosensor/microfluidics development.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience


• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)


• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs


• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.

UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process.

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