Postdoctoral Research Scientist position
A position for a postdoctoral research scientist is available in the Metabolic Biology Laboratory of Dr. Konstantinos Drosatos, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and member of the Center for Translational Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, USA.
The laboratory conducts research in the field of cardiovascular metabolism with the goal of identifying physiological mechanisms and cellular signaling pathways that underlie cardiac energetics complications with important ramifications in heart failure, septic cardiac dysfunction and diabetic cardiomyopathy. Lab members have access to “state of the art” molecular biology, mouse physiology, metabolism and imaging facilities of the Center for Translational Medicine, established in 2012.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have the ability to create innovative ideas and perform experiments to address them, be able to work on a collaborative environment and demonstrate strong communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Desired Skills and Experience
Application documents
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills is provided for at least 2 years.
A position for a postdoctoral research scientist is available in the Metabolic Biology Laboratory of Dr. Konstantinos Drosatos, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology and member of the Center for Translational Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, USA.
The laboratory conducts research in the field of cardiovascular metabolism with the goal of identifying physiological mechanisms and cellular signaling pathways that underlie cardiac energetics complications with important ramifications in heart failure, septic cardiac dysfunction and diabetic cardiomyopathy. Lab members have access to “state of the art” molecular biology, mouse physiology, metabolism and imaging facilities of the Center for Translational Medicine, established in 2012.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have the ability to create innovative ideas and perform experiments to address them, be able to work on a collaborative environment and demonstrate strong communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and perform experiments, analysis, data interpretation and presentation.
- Write manuscripts and grants.
- Interaction with senior and junior members of the Center.
- Interaction with graduate and undergraduate students.
- Involvement in primary molecular biological assays in vitro and in vivo (animal studies, tissue culture, qRT-PCR, immunoblotting, metabolic parameters analysis, cell transfection, molecular cloning etc.).
Desired Skills and Experience
- PhD degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related discipline with at least 4 years of lab experience.
- Hands-on experience with animals, RNA/DNA isolation, qPCR, cell culture, statistics.
- Strong documentation skills and ability to work in fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing with staff and professional colleagues.
Application documents
- 1-page cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- 2 reference letters (sent directly from referees)
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills is provided for at least 2 years.
Lab technician position
A position for lab technician is available in the Metabolic Biology Laboratory of Dr. Konstantinos Drosatos.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have the ability to think through innovative ideas, have a collaborative approach and strong communication skills.
Job Responsibilities
Desired Skills and Experience
Application documents
A position for lab technician is available in the Metabolic Biology Laboratory of Dr. Konstantinos Drosatos.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have the ability to think through innovative ideas, have a collaborative approach and strong communication skills.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform DNA and RNA isolation, qPCR, protein analysis methods and cell culture.
- Mouse care, husbandry and genotyping.
- Assist with laboratory supply orders; maintain inventory.
- Maintain a high level of detail in performing procedures and documentation of procedures
- Perform maintenance of laboratory equipment; maintains records and procedures for management requirements.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Minimum Bachelor’s in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related discipline and at least 2 years of hands-on lab experience
- Hands-on experience with animals, RNA/DNA isolation, qPCR, cell culture, statistics.
- Strong documentation skills and ability to work in fast-paced environment
- Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing with staff and professional colleagues.
Application documents
- 1-page cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- 1 reference letter by former employer/mentor