Postdoc: Neuronal Mitochondria Imaging & Aging

University of California; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to investigate mitochondrial remodeling in neurons. The lab employs in vitro and in vivo techniques, including 2-photon microscopy on anesthetized and awake mice, in utero electroporation, and genetic/viral targeting of defined cell types.

Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in a biological science or related field, are proficient with molecular biology techniques, and possess strong communication and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area.
• Familiar with standard molecular and cell biology lab techniques.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and write summaries of results.
• Must be efficient with time and project management.
• Must multi-task in an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Study the roles of mitochondria in neurons and how their remodeling affects development, aging and neurodegeneration.
• Use in vitro and in vivo techniques including 2-photon microscopy in mice.
• Utilize in utero electroporation and genetic/viral targeting to defined cell types.
• Apply proteomics and other state-of-the-art resources.
• Mentor and collaborate with other scientists and trainees.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Independent work

Detail-oriented

Education

Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field

Tools

2-photon microscope

In utero electroporation

Genetic/viral targeting

Proteomics

Job description

Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to investigate mitochondrial remodeling in neurons. The lab employs in vitro and in vivo techniques, including 2-photon microscopy on anesthetized and awake mice, in utero electroporation, and genetic/viral targeting of defined cell types.

Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in a biological science or related field, are proficient with molecular biology techniques, and possess strong communication and