Post Doctoral Associate - DRI

University of Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Post Doctoral Associate conducts scientific research and studies under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and contributes to the scientific community through research publications and presentations. The role is part of a research program focused on regenerative medicine approaches for diabetes, with an emphasis on pancreatic tissue physiology, spatial biology, and in vivo imaging.

The Associate will work with human and mouse pancreatic slices, conduct spatial transcriptomics studies using Visium HD and Xenium platforms, perform calcium imaging and other physiological assays, and conduct intravital imaging in mouse models. The position also includes analyzing and integrating research data, preparing manuscripts and research reports, contributing to grant applications and progress reports, and presenting findings to scientific and general audiences. The Associate must maintain detailed experimental records and comply with institutional and regulatory requirements for work involving human tissue, laboratory animals, and biohazardous materials, including viral vectors. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Regenerative Medicine, with doctoral research conducted in the context of diabetes; the degree must have been conferred within the 12 months preceding the appointment start date. Candidates who have successfully defended their doctoral thesis but have not formally graduated may also apply.
• This is a first-year postdoctoral appointment; applicants must be recent Ph.D. graduates with no prior postdoctoral training.
• At least 3 publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals; first authorship is not required.
• Hands-on experience procuring, culturing, and manipulating human and mouse pancreatic slices, including viral transduction.
• Hands-on experience with spatial transcriptomics approaches, including the Visium HD and Xenium platforms.
• First-hand experience with calcium imaging and other physiological techniques.
• First-hand experience with high-end intravital imaging and Volocity imaging software.
• Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Excellent scientific writing skills, demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications and preparation of manuscripts and research reports.
• Excellent public presentation skills and ability to communicate research findings clearly to scientific and general audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in assigned areas of study.
• Prepare research reports, technical papers, and manuscripts for publication.
• Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles and theories; maintain knowledge of current principles and theories.
• Develop analytical models and systems and provide analyses and solutions supporting strategic and tactical decisions.
• Procure, culture, and manipulate human and mouse pancreatic slices, including viral transduction for genetic labeling, reporter expression, and functional studies.
• Design and execute spatial transcriptomics experiments using Visium HD and Xenium platforms, and analyze and integrate resulting datasets.
• Perform calcium imaging and other physiological assays to evaluate endocrine cell function in pancreatic tissue.
• Conduct high-end intravital imaging studies in mouse models and perform image processing and quantitative analysis using Volocity software.
• Contribute to grant applications and progress reports.
• Present research findings at laboratory meetings, institutional seminars, and national and international scientific conferences.
• Maintain accurate and detailed experimental and data records in accordance with laboratory and institutional standards.
• Comply with institutional and regulatory requirements for research involving human tissue, laboratory animals, and biohazardous materials, including viral vectors.
• Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Tuition remission

What This Job Offers

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