UTHealth Houston · 2 months ago
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Gastroenterology Research Center
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelUTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. The postdoctoral research fellow will work independently to study the pathogenesis of gastrointestinal diseases, focusing on aging pathways and cancer, while developing independent research skills and contributing to scientific knowledge.
EducationHealth CareProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Interpret and prepare results on omics data (circadian and microbiome related)
Develop and maintain organoids from human and mice samples
Develop and maintain immune cells (i.e., macrophages, myofibroblasts, T cells)
Conduct in vitro growth of organoids, and immune cells, and perform and optimize co-culture experiments in transwell
Perform DNA extraction, gene expression (qPCR) and protein measurements (western blot, ELISA, and immunofluoresence)
Perform co-culture and optimize drug testing on cells and organoids
Be familiar with high throughput knock in and knock out cell-based screening
Be familiar with liver image monitoring based on luciferase and fluorescence signals
Work closely with bioinformatics platforms and scientists to generate outputs from circadian and microbiota data
Analyze data and generate figures using scientific computer software (SPSS, R, Prism) and share data with the group for feedback as well as troubleshooting
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Doctoral/Terminal Degree
Experience working with cell culture and cell treatments
Experience with lab-based assays including protein and RNA based techniques
Ability to draft results of studies on circadian and microbiota experiments
Interpret and prepare results on omics data (circadian and microbiome related)
Develop and maintain organoids from human and mice samples
Develop and maintain immune cells (i.e., macrophages, myofibroblasts, T cells)
Conduct in vitro growth of organoids and immune cells
Perform and optimize co-culture experiments in transwell
Perform DNA extraction, gene expression (qPCR) and protein measurements (western blot, ELISA, and immunofluorescence)
Perform co-culture and optimize drug testing on cells and organoids
Familiarity with high throughput knock in and knock out cell-based screening
Familiarity with liver image monitoring based on luciferase and fluorescence signals
Work closely with bioinformatics platforms and scientists to generate outputs from circadian and microbiota data
Analyze data and generate figures using scientific computer software (SPSS, R, Prism)
Share data with the group for feedback as well as troubleshooting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Proficiency with scientific computer software (R, Prism)
Knowledge of handling database
Molecular biology knowledge
In vitro and in vivo experience
Analytical and interpersonal ability to identify needs for projects and ordering appropriate equipment and necessary supplies to conduct studies
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Company
UTHealth Houston
UTHealth Houston provides resources for health care education, innovation, and scientific discovery.
Founded in 1972
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$28.6MKey Investors
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and StrokeNational Cancer InstituteCDMRP
2024-10-09Grant· $2.5M
2024-10-08Grant· $4.8M
2023-11-09Grant· $5M
Leadership Team
Michael Tramonte
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Melissa Pifko
Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer
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