Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Location:

Omaha, NE.

Department:
Cellular/Integrative Physiology.

FTE: 100%.

Work schedule:

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Requisition Number: .

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Mabruka Alfaidi, in the Department of Cellular and Integrative Physiology. The Alfaidi Lab has a long-standing interest in vascular cell signaling and the impact of vascular molecular/genetic mechanisms on phenotypic changes in the context of cardiopulmonary‑vascular diseases. The successful candidate will help design and conduct research within this field, receive advanced training, and develop independence for a future career.

• Design, evaluate, and conduct experiments in vascular biology research.
• Interpret data and develop new ideas to advance current projects.
• Prepare and publish scientific manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Teach techniques, train, and supervise research staff and students.
• Present findings at local, national, and international seminars and meetings.

• PhD, MD/PhD in vascular biology and/or pulmonary hypertension.
• Experience in animal models of pulmonary hypertension.
• Experience directing and training graduate students and postdoctoral fellows.
• Strong communication skills for organizing and presenting research results.
• Self‑motivated, multitasking, and able to work independently in a dynamic research environment.
• Experience in endothelial cell culture, animal model of pulmonary hypertension, Western blot and qPCR, single cell and ATAC sequencing, and statistical analysis.

None specified.

Lab environment, Office environment, Animal facility. Physical requirements include bending, stooping, twisting up to 2 hours; crawling occasionally; kneeling occasionally; reaching up to 2 hours; sitting 2‑5 hours; standing up to 2 hours; walking up to 2 hours. Chemical hazards present. Work with laboratory animals. PPE required as applicable.

• Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)

• Cover Letter
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