Post Doc Fellow, College of Medicine, Environmental and Public Health Sciences Post Doc Fellow, College of Medicine, Environmental and Public Health Sciences

University of Cincinnati • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

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 Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. A full-time Post Doc Fellow position is available in the Department of Environmental and Public Health Sciences at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. A full-time Post Doctoral Fellow staff position is available in the collaborative laboratories of David Newburg and Ardythe Morrow. The laboratory uses an Agilent QQQ for LC-MS analysis of bioactive carbohydrates and free fatty acids, and cell culture and tissue culture to assess their bioactivity.

Requirements

• Doctoral Degree in chemical or biomedical sciences.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of mucosal immunology, pro-inflammatory signaling, extracellular vesicles, anaerobic fermentation by intestinal microbiota.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research experiments in mucosal immunology, pro-inflammatory signaling, extracellular vesicles, anaerobic fermentation by intestinal microbiota, and instrumental analysis of human milk components.
• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and other 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.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission for you and your eligible dependents.
• Robust Retirement Plans with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
• Generous time-off policy including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and additional end-of-year paid time off.
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree