Temporary Postdoctoral Scientist - Humphries Lab
Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation•Oklahoma City, OK
•Onsite
About The Position
A temporary Postdoctoral Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Kenneth Humphries within the Aging & Metabolism Research Program at OMRF to study the intersection of glycolytic regulation and electrophysiology. Studies will focus on the PFKFB2-regulated fructose-2,6-bisphosphate axis and its downstream effects on mitochondrial biology, redox signaling, and Ca handling in the heart, with particular emphasis on how disruption of this pathway contributes to arrhythmogenic phenotypes and cardiac dysfunction. This is a mentored position for postdoctoral training.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent.
- Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science.
- Must be detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate and write summaries of results.
Nice To Haves
- Previous research experience in cardiac physiology and biochemistry is highly preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of cardiac physiology, function, histology and biochemistry as well as basic molecular and biochemical techniques.
- Proficiency in interpreting assay results, summarizing findings, and assisting with manuscript preparation, grant writing, supervising graduate students and presenting data at national meetings.
Responsibilities
- Planning, designing and conducting research experiments
- Managing research projects
- Preparing reports and papers for publication, presentation and future research
- Contributing to grant writing
- Encouraged to write applications for fellowships
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
