Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Bio-Medical Sciences Department

The Department of Biomedical Sciences invites applications for the Dr. Richard J. Bellucci Postdoctoral Fellowship. This Fellowship is one of the most prestigious offered by Creighton University and is reserved for highly promising early-career scientists who are engaged in hearing research. A successful candidate will be expected to conduct leading research in hearing science, mentor junior trainees, and develop a strong publication and presentation record.

We offer:

* Exceptional faculty and mentorship

* Numerous internal funding opportunities

* A strong University benefits package

Qualifications:

* Terminal degree (PhD and/or MD) with extensive, demonstrated experience in any of the following fields:
Neuroscience, Chemistry, Developmental Biology, Bioinformatics or other related fields

* A commitment to hearing research

* Excellent communication skills, oral and written

* Strong publication and conference record

* Enthusiasm to work in a highly diverse, collaborative environment

Applicants must provide:

* A ONE-page essay demonstrating their commitment to hearing research and a project that merits this Fellowship. This essay should include:

* A preliminary research plan, hypothesis, or major question.

* A member of Center faculty whose lab is appropriate for their research interest.

* Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact their proposed mentor in advance of applying to discuss their proposal. Current Center Faculty:
Drs. Peter Steyger, David He, Marisa Zallocchi, Litao Tao, Justine Renauld, Jemma Webber, Allison Coffin, Kelsey Anbul, and Hui Hong

* A biosketch (e.g., NIH Biosketch) that includes tangible products that support your appointment. These may include but are not limited to:
Publications, Grant applications submitted and grants received, Patents, Podium and poster presentations, Professional development and career preparation, Volunteer experience

* Names and contact emails of three professional referees who can provide a confidential letter of recommendation that speaks to their ability to conduct exceptional postdoctoral hearing research at a leading auditory-vestibular neuroscience institution. At least one referee should be outside the applicant's current institution.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Dr. Richard J. Bellucci Translational Hearing Center is based on a highly collaborative and multi-disciplinary research model. We therefore welcome applicants who bring a broad range of applicable skills and perspectives to the Center as they fuel our innovation.