Postdoctoral Associate | Molecular Biology: The Hinson Lab at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine and UConn Health is seeking an independent and highly motivated PhD-level scientist. This role focuses on investigating the mechanisms of cardiomyopathy and heart failure using advanced cardiac physiology approaches and molecular biology techniques.
Postdoctoral Associate | Cardiac Physiology & Molecular Biology
Designation:
Postdoctoral Associate
Research Area:
Cardiac Physiology and Molecular Biology
Location:
Farmington, Connecticut
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in Physiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- Prior research experience in mouse/rodent models of cardiovascular disease and cardiac physiology is strongly preferred.
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Familiarity with statistical and bioinformatics tools (e.g., R, Python) is advantageous.
Job Description:
- Perform mouse handling, survival procedures, and tissue collection.
- Conduct mouse echocardiography and other in vivo cardiac functional assessments.
- Apply ex vivo cardiac physiology techniques, including IonOptix systems for contractility and calcium handling studies.
- Contribute to AAV production and viral vector-based gene delivery.
- Perform molecular and cell biology assays, including PCR, cloning, Western blotting, and mammalian cell culture.
- Maintain rigorous documentation, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts and grant applications.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary research team spanning physiology, molecular biology, and computational biology.
How to Apply:
Applicants should submit the following documents:
- Current CV
- At least 2 letters of reference
- 1-page statement of Research Interests and Career Goals
Last Date to Apply:
Until position filled
For any inquiries, please refer to our official website at www.jax.org.
