Post Doc Fellow, Pathology & Lab Medicine, College of Medicine

Job Overview

Post Doctoral Fellow position within a well‑funded laboratory at the Center for Lipid and Atherosclerosis Studies (CLAS) in the Department of Pathology & Lab Medicine, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

• Work on projects involving the structure, composition, and function of high‑density lipoproteins (HDL) and defining how proteins work together on the surface of triglyceride‑rich lipoproteins to counter hypertriglyceridemia in cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
• Conduct research experiments in lipoprotein metabolism within the pre‑determined research scope and methodology.
• Gather and analyze data, develop new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts, and presentations of research results.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing.
• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Doctoral Degree in the appropriate field or discipline, or the recognized terminal degree.

• In‑depth knowledge of protein structural biology including experimental methods for determining protein structure such as X‑ray crystallography, NMR, chemical cross‑linking, cryo‑EM, etc.
• Understanding of protein modeling and simulation.

• May require experience with specialized software programs such as PyMol, Chimera and others.

Office environment; no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance.

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission for you and eligible dependents.
• Robust Retirement Plans: no Social Security contribution (except Medicare); options between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) with UC contribution of 14–18% of salary.
• Real Work‑Life Balance: generous time‑off policy including vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays, additional end‑of‑year paid time off, 6 weeks paid parental leave.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.

UC is an E‑Verify employer; if hired you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility via the Federal I‑9 process.

Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.