Postdoc: Extracellular Vesicles & Immunometabolism

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 60,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Nakamura lab at Cincinnati Children’s seeks a Post-doctoral Research Fellow experienced in molecular biology, RNA biology, and/or immunology to support NIH R01-funded studies. The role investigates extracellular vesicles and their RNA cargos in immunometabolism related to obesity-linked diseases, using mouse models, cell culture, and human samples.

Successful candidates will design and execute experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications and grant writing within a collaborative

Qualifications

Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.
Experience in RNA biology and/or immunology is encouraged.
Strong independent thinking, collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.
Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.