Postdoc: Patch-Clamp Ion Channels in Kidney & Vessels

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

Retirement benefits

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

University of Missouri - Columbia seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with strong hands-on patch-clamp electrophysiology experience to study ion channel and G-protein–coupled receptor signaling in vascular and kidney cells. The lab investigates mechanisms regulating ion channels, calcium signaling, vascular reactivity, hypertension, and kidney injury.

The successful candidate will lead mechanistic studies, publish high-quality research, present findings at scientific meetings, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in patch-clamp electrophysiology.
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques.
• Strong record of research productivity and peer-reviewed publications.
• Strong analytical, communication, and scientific writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanistic studies to understand ion channel signaling in vascular and kidney cells.
• Publish high-quality research and present findings at scientific meetings.
• Contribute to grant-funded projects and develop toward an independent research career.
• Ensure all work complies with institutional policies and federal regulations.

Skills

Patch-clamp electrophysiology

Molecular biology techniques

Cell biology techniques

Analytical skills

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Education

PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree

Job description

University of Missouri - Columbia seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with strong hands-on patch-clamp electrophysiology experience to study ion channel and G-protein–coupled receptor signaling in vascular and kidney cells. The lab investigates mechanisms regulating ion channels, calcium signaling, vascular reactivity, hypertension, and kidney injury.

The successful candidate will lead mechanistic studies, publish high-quality research, present findings at scientific meetings, and contribute to