Post Doctoral Fellow – Internal Medicine (GEID)

University of Kansas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 63,480 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Retirement program with employer contributions

Job summary

The University of Kansas Medical Center is seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow for the Internal Medicine department. This role focuses on research in genetics and disease, supporting the lab in conducting experiments and publications.

This position requires a Doctoral degree in a relevant field and experience with lab techniques. The compensation ranges from $63,480 to $90,000 with a comprehensive benefits package. Join us to contribute to innovative research.

Qualifications

• Cell culture, animal handling, microscopy and standard wet‑lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments and interpret data under mentorship.
• Prepare publication‑quality manuscripts and publish.
• Collaborate with the PI to design and execute independent experiments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Doctoral degree in Molecular/Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Tools

Microscopy

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

Department: SOM KC Internal Medicine - Administration

Position Title: Post Doctoral Fellow – Internal Medicine (GEID)

Job Family Group: Professional Staff

Job Description Summary

The Post Doctoral Fellow will work in Dr. Ana Maria Jaramillo lab in the Division of Genetic, Environmental, and Inhalational Disease. The laboratory works on mucin trafficking mechanisms in the airway epithelium. This position focuses on both research and lab management, with approximately 80% of the time dedicated to research projects.

Job Duties

Research Overview

• Design and conduct experiments and interpret data under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Design and carry out cell culture and rodent‑based research projects.
• Develop and troubleshoot research protocols.
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results for use in publications, grant applications, and determining the next steps in the research.
• Perform cellular and molecular biology experiments to define the molecular mechanisms of mucin trafficking in the airway epithelium.
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Collaborate with the PI to design and execute independent experiments.
• Maintain a current Laboratory Notebook, documenting all calculations, procedures, results, and other relevant research information.

Expectations

• Complete research projects under the guidance of the faculty mentor and record results in an electronic laboratory notebook.
• Prepare publication‑quality manuscripts (including figures and tables) and publish in peer‑reviewed literature.
• Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into project design and interpretation.
• Interact on a regular basis with the PI, faculty mentor, and members of the laboratory to discuss experimental design and interpretation of results.
• Present research aims and findings at department seminars and local and national scientific meetings.
• Write and publish results as first author in abstracts, manuscripts, and posters.
• Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Doctoral degree or foreign equivalent in Molecular/Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Work Experience: Cell culture, animal handling, microscopy and standard wet‑lab experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with microscopy and immunohistochemistry.
• Experience working with human bronchial epithelial cells.

Skills

• Interpersonal skills
• Organization
• Communication
• Time management
• Attention to detail

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Benefits Package

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. Benefits details.

Employment Information

• Employee Type: Regular Time
• Time Type: Full time
• Rate Type: Salary

Compensation Statement

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range

$63,480.00—$90,000.00 (Minimum $63,480.00, Midpoint $76,739.00, Maximum $90,000.00)

Mission

The mission of the University of Kansas Medical Center is to improve lives and communities in Kansas and beyond through innovation in education, research, and health care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. Non‑discrimination policy.

Disability Preference

Under Kansas state law, certain KUMC positions are subject to disability preference. For positions subject to this requirement, KUMC will offer an interview to a person who has applied for an open position who is qualified, with or without reasonable accommodation, to meet the performance standards of the position and who has presented acceptable proof of disability. If the position you apply for is subject to the disability preference requirement, you will be asked to provide information in support of your request for disability preference when you complete the application for employment.

Additional Resources

• Annual Security Report
• E‑Verify Participation Poster
• Federal Pay Transparency Poster