Postdoctoral Fellow in Aging Retinal Biology

Postdoctoral Fellow in Aging Retinal Biology

Department:
Surgery - 31570

Pay Grade:
8

Job Category:
Administrative

Job Summary:
The Department of Surgery at Quillen College of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Fellow to join our dynamic research team focused on Aging Retinal Biology. In this role, the Postdoctoral Fellow will work closely with the Principal Investigator (PI) to support NIH -funded research objectives aimed at advancing our understanding of retinal aging mechanisms and related pathologies.

Key responsibilities include the daily management of research activities, encompassing data collection, analysis, interpretation, and documentation. The successful candidate will play an integral role in guiding graduate and undergraduate students, as well as summer medical students, in their research projects. Additionally, the Fellow will contribute to maintaining animal models, and tissue culture, and performing advanced techniques such as flow cytometry, imaging cytometry, and confocal microscopy.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, collaborate with a team of dedicated scientists, and contribute to the broader scientific community through impactful discoveries in aging retinal biology.

**This position is contingent on grant funding.

The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including:

• Paid time off & leave
• 17 paid holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Health and life insurance
• Retirement
• Access to University facilities and services and much more!

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ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the positions essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
The successful applicant for the Postdoctoral Fellow position in Aging Retinal Biology will demonstrate a robust set of knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for conducting cutting-edge research in the field. These include:

• Small Animal Experimentation : Proficiency in handling and conducting research with small animal models, including experience with animal models of infection and cardiovascular function.
• Cellular and Molecular Techniques : Extensive experience in studying monocyte/macrophage and endothelial cell functions, with a strong background in flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry ( IHC ), immunofluorescence (IF), immunoblotting (Western blotting), and cell sorting.
• Microscopy Expertise : Advanced skills in confocal microscopy to visualize cellular structures and interactions at the microscopic level.
• Tissue Culture : Expertise in maintaining and culturing primary cells and cell lines to support experimental workflows.
• Genetic Manipulation : Hands-on experience with genetic manipulation of cells, including techniques such as CRISPR , RNA interference, or viral vector-mediated gene delivery.
• Molecular Biology and Cellular Signaling : In-depth understanding of molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR , qPCR, cloning) and cellular signaling pathways relevant to aging and retinal biology.
• Epigenetics : Familiarity with epigenetic modifications and their potential role in retinal aging and disease mechanisms.

Required Qualifications:

• Educational Background : MD, Ph.D., or equivalent degree in a relevant field of study (e.g., Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences, or related disciplines).
• Experience in Animal Research : Demonstrated experience with small animal experimentation, specifically in infection and cardiovascular function models.
• Technical Expertise : Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including cellular signaling pathways, flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, and tissue culture.
• Research Skills : Strong background in handling and analyzing data from complex experimental setups, particularly those involving cellular and molecular research.

Preferred Qualifications:

Salary:
$53,076

Posting Detail Information Posting Number:
AS01500P

Is this position subject to a criminal background check?:
No

Is any part of the funding for this posting coming from a grant or outside funding source?:
Yes

FLSA Status:
Dependent Upon Salary

Open Date:
01/31/2025

Close Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Administrative/Professional positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.

The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.