University of South Florida Libraries · 2 hours ago
Postdoctoral Scholar Research
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of South Florida Libraries is a prominent research institution in Tampa, FL, recognized for its contributions to physiological research. The Postdoctoral Scholar Research position focuses on conducting cardiovascular and mitochondrial research, collaborating with various departments to enhance the university's research missions.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conducting cardiovascular and mitochondrial research using physiological, biochemical, and cell biological approaches
Knowledgeable and ensures compliance with policies and procedures for research
Participates in development of grant submissions
Understanding and reviewing previous research and external research papers
Establishes experimental hypotheses and designs experiments and develops research methodology
Ensures accurate collection and analysis of data gathered in research experiments and able to interpret data using statistical methodology
Prepares, writes and presents papers for publication
Qualification
Required
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in biophysics and physiology or related area
Demonstrated high-level qualifications and in-depth knowledge in at least two areas of the following research fields: cardiovascular research, cardiac electrophysiology, cardiac excitation-contraction coupling, and/or mitochondrial biology
Experience in leading or supporting basic science research
A publication track record of successful research
Preferred
Cellular electrophysiology, live cell imaging, electron microscopy
Cell culture and maintaining human iPSC derived cardiomyocytes and cell lines
Protein immunoprecipitation and qPCR
Familiarity with a variety of laboratory technologies including the development of cardiovascular disease animal models
In vivo cardiac function measurements
Live cell imaging using confocal microscopes
Generation, verification, and maintenance of transgenic animal lines
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida Libraries
The University of South Florida Libraries accelerate learning and knowledge production through distinctive collections, information service innovation, and thought leadership.
Founded in 1956
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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