Postdoctoral Associate - Medicine - Endo-Diabetes

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The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct research as part of an NIDDK-funded project investigating the mechanisms by which physical exercise preserves pancreatic beta-cell function and mass. The candidate will perform and coordinate studies using mouse models of exercise training, including metabolic phenotyping, glucose homeostasis assessments, pancreatic islet isolation and functional studies. The position will also involve molecular and cellular analyses of pancreatic islets, including gene and protein expression studies and integration of multi-omics datasets to identify exercise-responsive pathways. The Postdoctoral Associate will analyze and interpret experimental data, contribute to the development of new experimental approaches, prepare manuscripts and scientific presentations, and participate in the training and supervision of students and other laboratory personnel.

Department Specific Qualifications      

Strong scientific background.  Candidate must have demonstrated scientific problem-solving ability and creativity. Excellent communication skills and publication records. Must be able to work in a highly collaborative manner.

Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in a life science discipline or M.D.

Prefer at least one (1) year relevant work-related experience with evidence of tangible contributions to the dissemination of new research information.