Postdoctoral Research Fellow; Nakamura - Extracellular Vesicle​/immunometabolism

Overview

The Nakamura lab is recruiting a Post-doctoral Research Fellow who is experienced in molecular biology, RNA biology, and/or immunology to support an NIH R01-funded position. The lab researches the role of extracellular vesicles (EVs) in the regulation of immunometabolism in the pathogenesis of obesity-associated metabolic and inflammatory diseases. We have been developing R01-projects investigating tissue-specific EVs and their RNA cargos in metabolic and inflammatory diseases, including but not limited to type-2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, based on our recent findings.

The successful candidate will engage in immunological studies with our newly established mouse and cell culture models, EV RNA cargo network analyses, and human clinical samples to comprehensively understand the roles of EVs in metabolic and inflammatory diseases.

• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze the data.
• Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
• Maintain currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars.
• Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required: Ph.D. in related discipline, MD, or equivalent required.

Preferred: We are seeking an applicant with a recent PhD/MD or equivalent, who has peer-review publications, a high capacity for independent thinking, collaborative work, and problem-solving, and shows motivation and implication for the area of research. Candidates with strong experience in RNA biology and/or immunology with mouse study, cell culture techniques, molecular biology, biochemistry, metabolism, and/or microscopy are encouraged to apply.

Candidates who are planning to apply for, or currently hold, their own fellowships will be given priority in the selection process.

Unique

Skills:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organizational skills, supervisory ability, and an innovative approach to experimental design.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Analytical ability sufficient to compare data; mathematical ability to perform algebraic calculations and statistical analysis.
• Ability to synthesize information and to create and deal with new situations by applying past experiences.
• Willingness to teach others and share results. Ability to meet time demands necessary to execute experiments.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Cincinnati, Ohio
• Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)

Endocrinology

• Employee Status:
  Regular
• FTE: 1
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment.
• Competitive retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

* Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

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