Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

UTHealth Houston • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Full-time) to join the UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology in Houston, Texas. The primary research focus of our group is circadian rhythms in health and disease, and our work has been extensively published in highly regarded journals including Cell Metabolism, Nature Communications, Cell Reports, EMBO Reports and PNAS. In this role, you will employ an integrative approach, combining molecular/cellular methodologies, mouse models, and cutting-edge omics/imaging techniques to interrogate circadian regulation of skeletal muscle bioenergetics and function. Success in these studies will have profound basic and translational impact. A major on-going project is circadian regulation of skeletal muscle metabolism in metabolic disease and aging. The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated publication record and solid background in relevant areas. Working experience with laboratory mice is desirable. The candidates should also possess excellent communication and organizational skills,and have the personality and professionalism to work productively in a team setting.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!

Position Summary:
A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
The primary research focus of our group is circadian rhythms in health and disease, and our work has been extensively published in highly regarded journals including Cell Metabolism, Nature Communications, Cell Reports, EMBO Reports and PNAS. A major on-going project is circadian regulation of skeletal muscle metabolism in metabolic disease and aging. We will employ an integrative approach, combining molecular/cellular methodologies, mouse models, and cutting-edge omics/imaging techniques to interrogate circadian regulation of skeletal muscle bioenergetics and function. Success in these studies will have profound basic and translational impact.

Requirements

• Doctoral/Terminal Degree
• Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
• Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated publication record in related field, preferred.
• Experience working with laboratory mice, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
• Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
• Reads and evaluates literature.
• Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
• Have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Awesome retirement/pension plan
• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care

What This Job Offers

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