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University of Utah

Post Doc Res Assoc - Pathology

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


Open Date:

07/02/2024

Requisition Number:

PRN39081B

Job Title:

Post Doc Res Assoc

Working Title:

Post Doc Res Assoc - Pathology

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:

Monday – Friday (hours can vary). Occasional evenings and weekends.

VP Area:

U of U Health - Academics

Department:

00247 - Pathology

Location:

Campus

City:

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment:

External Posting

Pay Rate Range:

$61,008 to $64,356

Close Date:

Open Until Filled

Job Summary:

The Changhong Xing Lab in the Department of Pathology has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow who shares our vision for excellence in research. The position will be based at the University of Utah School of Medicine, ranked among the top 30 public research universities in the nation.

Our lab focuses on understanding how modifying microglial phenotypes will affect the outcomes in neurological disorders including ischemic stroke and glioma using combined biochemistry, molecular biology, imaging, cell culture, and animal models. We are dedicated to supporting your personal and professional goals.

Responsibilities:

This position will give you the unique chance to actively drive research projects. The successful post doc will be involved in the development of experimental design, data collection, and analysis. Projects will involve collaborations with colleagues at the University of Utah as well as those at other institutions. The post doc will be expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate students assisting with the research.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicant should have a PhD in cell/molecular/microbiology and/or immunology. Applicants with expertise in one of the following areas are preferred: molecular biology & biochemistry; immunology & flow cytometry; or cell biology & animal studies. Excellent communication skills (speaking and writing English), and a track record of publication in English language journals are required.

Preferences:

We seek highly motivated individuals who are not only problem solvers but also can think outside the box. Experience in ischemic stroke or glioma is a plus.

Special Instructions Summary:

This position begins August 1, 2024. Please attach CV, brief statement of your research experience, and contact information of three references.

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.

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.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

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