Visiting Sr. Researcher, Touchstone Diabetes Center
About The Position
The Visiting Sr. Researcher will design and conduct in vitro experiments to investigate GPR120-stimulated cellular signaling pathways. The role uses molecular and biochemical techniques to study downstream effectors of GPR120 activation, analyzes and documents experimental findings, and collaborates with lab members on related projects. The researcher will review current literature, contribute ideas to improve experimental design, participate in lab meetings, and present research findings at internal meetings. At the end of the stay, the researcher will prepare a brief final summary report or presentation.
Requirements
- Ph.D.
- At least 9 years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Design and conduct in vitro experiments to dissect GPR120-stimulated cellular signaling pathways.
- Use molecular and biochemical techniques to study downstream effectors of GPR120 activation.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data and maintain thorough documentation of findings.
- Collaborate with lab members on related projects and actively participate in lab meetings.
- Review current literature and contribute ideas to enhance experimental design.
- Present research findings at internal meetings.
- Prepare a brief final summary report or presentation at the end of the stay.
Benefits
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- On-site childcare
- Paid holidays
- Merit increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
