University of Missouri-Columbia · 4 hours ago
Post Doctoral Fellow (Lorson Lab)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$55K/yr - $65K/yrThe University of Missouri-Columbia is a leading institution dedicated to impactful research and innovation. They are seeking a Post Doctoral Fellow to design and execute experiments related to neurodegenerative diseases, manage animal models, and contribute to grant writing and manuscript preparation.
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Responsibilities
Independently design, optimize, and execute experiments relevant to the mechanisms and therapeutics of SMA, SMARD, and/or CMT
This may involve: Molecular and Cellular Techniques: motor neuron cultures, primary cells; DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and molecular cloning
Animal Models: Managing and performing experiments on relevant mouse or other animal models (e.g., phenotyping, behavioral testing, drug administration, survival studies, surgery, and tissue collection)
Advanced Techniques such as: AAV gene therapy and assessment of various therapeutics on neuromuscular phenotypes; utilizing state-of-the-art methods like single-cell/spatial transcriptomics, proteomics; or advanced microscopy (e.g., confocal, live-cell imaging)
Record Keeping: Maintain meticulous, up-to-date records of all experimental design, procedures, and results in a lab notebook
Data Analysis: Rigorously analyze complex datasets using appropriate statistical and bioinformatics tools
Manuscript Preparation: Lead the writing and revision of manuscripts for submission to high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals
Presentation: Prepare and present research findings at weekly lab meetings, departmental seminars, and national/international scientific conferences related to neuromuscular diseases or neuroscience
Grant Writing: Contribute to or lead the preparation of grant proposals (e.g., fellowship applications, foundation grants) to secure independent or collaborative funding
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. degree in neurobiology, molecular genetics, or a related field
Previous experience with animal models or neurodegeneration disease
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision plans
Retirement
Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses
Company
University of Missouri-Columbia
We are Mizzou! Our distinct mission, as Missouri's only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, is to provide all Missourians the benefits of a world-class research university.
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Chad Higgins
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