Department: Biochemistry & Microbiology
Location Address: Commensurate with education and experience
Work Schedule: Typically 8 hrs/day, 5 days/week
Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary:
The research lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS) in Tulsa is seeking a highly motivated and proactive postdoctoral fellow to study the role of estrogen receptor regulation of innate immunity in urinary tract infection (UTI) pathogenesis. The successful candidate will utilize molecular and immunological approaches to understand the significance of membrane and nuclear estrogen receptor signaling in the regulation of inflammation in the bladder and kidney during the initiation of UTI.
Environmental Hazards:
Possible exposure to hazardous material, hot and cold, blood borne pathogens.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodations.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
IMPORTANT! APPLICANTS PLEASE READ!
Please provide your CV, letter of specific research interests, and contact information for 3 references. Applicants please include documented success in research, such as first author publications and aspirations for an independent scientific career.
Education & Experience: Position Qualifications: Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or closely related field.
- Prior experience in flow cytometry including sorting and data analysis, cell culture, bioinformatics, and confocal microscopy would be a distinct advantage.
- The candidate will be expected to perform research, write manuscripts, and present findings at local and national meetings.
Skills, Proficiencies, and Knowledge:
- The candidate will also help write grant proposals and will be strongly encouraged to submit fellowship applications (both within the institution and externally).
- Candidates must be able to independently design and conduct experiments with some supervision as needed.
- Candidates should be passionate, enthusiastic researchers who work well in teams and have excellent oral and written communication abilities.
For accommodation requests and assistance visit the OSU System Campus Human Resources Contacts. The OSU System includes campuses located in Oklahoma City, Okmulgee, Stillwater, and Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
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