Post Doc Fellow - Internal Medicine; Gastroenterology

Post Doc Fellow
- Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

Department: SOM KC Internal Medicine
- Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Job Family Group:
Professional Staff

Job Description

Summary:

This Post Doc Fellow position supports research conducted in Dr. Irina Tikhanovich's laboratory within the Division of Gastroenterology. The work focuses on investigating the role of epigenetic regulation in the development and resolution of liver diseases.

• Research Overview:
  Design and conduct research studies and interpret data under the mentorship of the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Perform experiments to understand molecular mechanisms of liver disease development.
• Experiments will involve mouse surgeries, flow cytometry, spatial transcriptomics and single-cell sequencing.
• Perform in vivo experiments in transgenic mouse models of liver injury.
• Develop and troubleshoot research protocols.
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results for use in publications, grant applications, and determining the next steps in the research.
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts and grant proposals.
• Collaborate with the PI to design and execute independent experiments.
• Maintain a current Laboratory Notebook, documenting all calculations, procedures, results, and other relevant research information.

Expectations:
The Postdoc will be expected to complete research projects under the guidance of the faculty mentor, record and interpret the results of their experiments in an (electronic) laboratory notebook, prepare publication-quality manuscripts (including figures and tables) and publish in peer-reviewed literature. This appointment is time-limited, consistent with institutional postdoctoral policy.

Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into his/her project design/interpretation. Dissemination of studies:
Interact on a regular basis with their PI, faculty mentor and members of the laboratory to discuss experimental design and interpretation of results. Present research aims and findings at department seminars and at local and national scientific meetings. Write and publish their results as first author in abstracts, manuscripts, and posters.

Compliance:
Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Education:
  
  Ph.D. in cell biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Work Experience:
  
  Experience in epigenetics, molecular biology and/or protein biochemistry techniques.

• Work Experience:
  
  Experience with transgenic mouse handling.
• Experience with single-cell sequencing and/or spatial transcriptomics.
• Experience with flow cytometry.
• Experience with bioinformatics.
• Experience with animal surgical procedures.

• Interpersonal skills
• Organization
• Communication
• Time management
• Attention to detail

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment.

A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are…