Post Doctoral Scholar

Ohio State University; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan with employer contributions

Job summary

A leading research university is hiring a Post Doctoral Scholar in Davis, CA, to investigate the role of inflammation in atherosclerosis. Candidates should possess a doctoral degree in biological or health sciences and ideally have research experience in animal studies, molecular biology, and atherosclerosis. This is a fixed-term position with a collaborative team environment at the Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute. Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to community are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a biological or health sciences field is required.
• Strong preference for experience in atherosclerosis research.
• Scientific publication record desired.

Responsibilities

• Examine the role of inflammation in atherosclerosis.
• Design and execute complex experiments.
• Prepare manuscripts and support grant applications.

Skills

Experience in animal studies

Molecular biology techniques

Cell signaling pathways

Atherosclerosis research

Immunology

Biochemistry

Education

Doctoral degree in biological or health sciences

Job description

Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these .**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:## Job Title:Post Doctoral Scholar## Department:Medicine | IM Cardiovascular MedicineThe Gumina lab has a position for an ambitious Post Doctoral Scholar to examine the role of inflammation in the progression of atherosclerosis. The PD Researcher will pursue specialized research training, education and experience under the guidance of Dr. Gumina; plans, designs and executes experiments of considerable scope and complexity in the study of the role of inflammation in modulating atherosclerosis; collects and analyzes data for research sponsored by the National Institute of Health (NIH), as well as by other agencies; identifies and selects problems to be studied; develops and troubleshoots new experimental techniques and protocols; attends research seminars; contributes to manuscript preparation and supports technical writing; participates in preparation of grant applications for extramural funding. Doctoral degree in a biological or health sciences field or an equivalent combination of education and experience required; experience in animal studies, molecular biology techniques, cell signaling pathways and prior training in atherosclerosis; immunology; biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology is strongly preferred; scientific publication record desired.## Additional Information:## Location:Davis Heart and Lung Research Institute (0113)## Position Type:Term (Fixed Term)## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**Varying Shifts***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.***Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the .The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for ***you***.### Starting day one: Comprehensive benefits.give you options to take care of what matters most to *you* — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care.Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together.By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.