Ph.D

Experience with handling mice, cell culture, Western blotting, flow cytometry, DNA and RNA purification, real-time PCR, and immunohistochemistry preferred.

N/A

Sitting and or standing for long periods of time.

Monday – Friday 8a-5p, some weekends required

A postdoctoral position is available immediately to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms of hormones and endocrinology in obesity and insulin-resistant diabetes. The projects include studies on fatty liver disease and interactions with adipose tissue depots. Individuals with a Ph.D. and a strong background in metabolism are desirable. Knowledge of RNA-sequencing and/or bioinformatics are not necessary but will be beneficial. Background in metabolism, molecular and cellular biology, and endocrinology beneficial.

Capable of working independently and in a dependable and reliable manner. Excellent capability as a team worker. Maintain precise records of the experiments in the lab notes. Excellent oral and writing communication capability.

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