Postdoctoral Position, Division of Nephrology

UConn Health; Connecticut; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

UConn Health invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Position in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. The successful candidate will design and perform experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in biological sciences or a related field, possess strong verbal and written communication skills, and have experience with molecular

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field is required.
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques is necessary.
• Experience with small animal models is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts under the PI.
• Collaborate using animal models relevant to kidney disease and advanced techniques.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Confocal microscopy

Single-cell transcriptomics

RNA-seq

ChIP-PCR

Education

Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral Position

A full-time postdoctoral position is available in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. The laboratory investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying kidney injury, repair, inflammation and fibrosis. The successful candidate will be expected to design and perform experiments, analyze data, and prepare manuscripts for publication under the direction of the Principal Investigator. The candidate will work with animal models relevant to human kidney diseases and apply advanced scientific techniques, including flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, single-cell transcriptomic analysis, RNA-seq, and ChIP-PCR assays.

• Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in biological sciences or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques is necessary.
• Experience with small animal models is preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Interested applicants should email a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and references to Dr. Yanlin Wang at [e-mail].

The University of Connecticut Health Center is an affirmative action employer, as well as an EEO and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer.