Post Doc Fellow, Molecular & Cellular Biosciences, Luo Lab

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls the most ambitious campus design program in the country.

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger.

UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University’s overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.

6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.

In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day.

The Luo lab studies neuronal survival and repair in CNS diseases with a focus on neuroinflammation and cell-cell crosstalk.

We utilize genetic models and pharmacological methods to study the role of key signaling pathways regulating neuroinflammation and neuronal survival and function.

In this position, the incumbent will conduct research and / or analyze research data and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of the University of Cincinnati.

Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee.

Essential Functions

• Conduct research experiments with in the neuroscience field and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results.
• Participate / assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and / or presentation; may assist in grant writing.
• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed. May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and implement new assays and techniques.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or a closely related field, or the recognized terminal degree.

Required Experience

• Practical and theoretical expertise in neuroscience, neurodegeneration, disease modelling, and / or neuroinflammation.
• Practical expertise with FACS sorting and RNAseq.
• Experience with animal models (surgical skills and behavioral analysis).
• Practical expertise with gene editing using CRISPR technique.
• Significant practical experience with core techniques in cell biology (e.g. mammalian cell culture and cellular assays) and molecular biology (e.

g. genetics and sequencing).

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Exceptional interpersonal , and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and productively, as supported by a strong track record of first-author and collaborative papers in peer-reviewed journals.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Office environment / no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.

Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare.

Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https : / / www.uc.edu / careers.html .

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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