Post-Doctoral Associate

Davita Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to focus on heart and muscle diseases, specifically muscular dystrophy. This position requires a Ph.D. in relevant fields and offers a competitive salary along with numerous benefits including health plans, continuous learning opportunities, and more. Applications must be submitted online with a cover letter and resume.

Benefits

Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities through professional training

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

University HSA contributions

Disability and life insurance

Employee wellbeing program

Financial counseling services

Employee Assistance Program with eight free counseling sessions

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in relevant fields.
• Preferred expertise in muscular dystrophy and related research.
• Experience with cell and gene approaches is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct postdoctoral studies on heart and muscle diseases.
• Utilize genetic engineering and gene editing approaches.

Skills

Expertise with muscular dystrophy

Muscle physiology

Heart physiology

Molecular biology

Genetics

Biochemistry

Education

Ph.D. in biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, or related fields

Job description

This position involves postdoctoral studies focused on heart and muscle diseases, including muscular dystrophy, using gene, cell, and in vivo approaches such as genetic engineering and gene editing.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, physiology, or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications: Expertise with muscular dystrophy, muscle/heart physiology/biochemistry, and immunology, as demonstrated by peer-reviewed research papers as a first author.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $62,232; depending on education, qualifications, and experience.

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight free counseling sessions

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered, click the Apply button, complete the online application, and attach a cover letter and resume.

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Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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