"Post Doctoral Fellow - Ding Lab - JR009106"

Post Doctoral Fellow - Ding Lab

Department: SOM KC Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutics, Ding Lab

Job Family Group: Professional Staff

Job Description Summary: The Ding lab at the University of Kansas Medical Center's Department of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutics is looking for a postdoctoral to investigate the role of mitochondria and innate immunity in alcohol associated liver disease and pancreatitis. The research is hosted in modern laboratory space with state-of-the-art equipment and will build on a long history of innovative service to the KUMC research community.

Job Duties:

• Manage projects aimed at defining the role of mitochondrial dynamics in mitochondrial quality control and mtDNA induced innate immune response in ALD. This includes but is not limited to designing and executing experiments and using various molecular (e.g., qPCR) and histological (e.g., immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence) techniques to generate data.
• Interpret experimental results and analyze data generated from their studies.
• Lead knowledge-based dissemination through manuscript preparation efforts and take an active role in internal and external data presentations, and aid in the development of external funding applications.
• Responsible for oversight of mouse colony management.
• Obtain training and remain in compliance with Lab Animal Resources (LAR) standard operating procedures as determined by KUMC LAR policies.
• Work independently in the design and performance of experiments, develop graphs, document and maintain statistics, and interpretation and dissemination of data.
• Perform and manage routine lab maintenance and ordering of supplies.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Ph.D. or M.D. in biomedical sciences

This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community.

Work Experience:

• Two years of relevant experience in a wet bench laboratory
• Two years of experience in liver research
• Two years of experience in mentorship of junior technicians and trainees within a laboratory setting

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Ph.D. in biology or M.D. in hepatology with a focus on liver disease

Work Experience:

• Three years of experience in molecular and cellular biology, reproductive biology, data evaluation and interpretation, data presentation, and scientific writing skills.
• Three years of working independently, developing experiments related to the purpose of the laboratory

Skills:

• Critical thinking.
• Cell culture/technical skills.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• CV/ Resume

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. For more information, visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Employee Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type: Full time

Rate Type: Salary

Compensation Statement: The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range: $58,656.00 - $80,000.00

Application Instructions: To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Post-Doctoral-Fellow---Ding-Lab_JR009106 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009106. Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.

About KU Medical Center: The University of Kansas Medical Centers mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.

Benefits: KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information.