Job Information
University of Utah Post Doc Res Assoc in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 10/26/2023
Requisition Number PRN36751B
Job Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Working Title Post Doc Res Assoc
Job Grade A00
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 00213 - CVRTI
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 50000 to 650000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Postdoctoral Positions in Cardiometabolic Physiology
The Aromolaran Lab at The Nora Eccles Harrison Cardiovascular Research and Training Institute ( CVRTI ), University of Utah (https://aromolaranlab.cvrti.utah.edu/) is seeking a creative, energetic and motivated postdoctoral fellow to investigate the molecular mechanisms of cardiac remodeling that are acquired in metabolic disorders (obesity, diabetes, and inflammation). We utilize heterologous expression systems (HEK293, CHO cells, and macrophage cell lines) and cardiomyocytes isolated from guinea pigs, rodents (mice and rats), and humans as well as pre-clinical animal models. The position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in basic and translational research using state-of-the art approaches in molecular biology, as well as other related approaches including electrophysiology, flow cytometry, biochemistry, DNA cloning and plasmid development, and optical imaging. The environment at the CVRTI is highly interactive, collaborative, friendly and stimulating.
The CVRTI offers an exceptional research environment, attractive benefits, and a great location in Salt Lake City.
Interested applicants should send a single PDF file including: Cover letter (describing research interests), CV/biosketch with publication and funding history, and contact information for three references. Please address your application to Ademuyiwa Aromolaran, PhD. (ademuyiwa.aromolaran@hsc.utah.edu, Tel: (801)-581-3095).
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
The successful candidate will be expected to hold a Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. with experience (within 2 years of graduating) in cardiac biology, myocyte isolation, cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry, inflammation or imaging. Expertise in molecular biology and/or electrophysiology approaches is highly preferred. The candidate will be expected to possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, be self-motivated, think critically, and work independently.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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