Temporary Postdoctoral Scientist – Humphries Lab

Position Overview and Responsibilities

A temporary Postdoctoral Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr Kenneth Humphries within the Aging & Metabolism Research Program at OMRF to study the intersection of glycolytic regulation and electrophysiology. The studies will focus on the PFKFB2-regulated fructose 26‑bis phosphate axis and its downstream effects on mitochondrial biology, redox signaling, and Ca handling in the heart. Particular emphasis will be on how disruption of this pathway contributes to arrhythmogenic phenotypes and cardiac dysfunction.

This is a mentored position for postdoctoral training. Incumbents at this level are responsible for the following:

• Planning, designing and conducting research experiments
• Managing research projects
• Preparing reports and papers for publication, presentation, and future research
• Contributing to grant writing
• Encouraged to write applications for fellowships

There is potential for qualified applicants to be accepted onto an NIA funded T32 training grant fellowship.

• PhD in a biological science, chemistry, physics, or other relevant area; MD or equivalent
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate and write summaries of results

• Previous research experience in cardiac physiology and biochemistry
• Experience and knowledge of cardiac physiology, function, histology, and biochemistry as well as basic molecular and biochemical techniques
• Proficiency in interpreting assay results, summarizing findings, and assisting with manuscript preparation
• Grant writing experience
• Supervising graduate students
• Presenting data at national meetings

OMRF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.