Job Description

Job Summary: 
The research lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS) in Tulsa is seeking a highly motivated and proactive postdoctoral fellow to study role of estrogen receptor regulation of innate immunity in the urinary tract infection (UTI) pathogenesis. The successful candidate will utilize molecular and immunological approaches to understand the significance of membrane and nuclear estrogen receptor signaling in regulation of inflammation in the bladder and kidney during initiation of UTI.

Environmental Hazards:
Possible exposure to hazardous material, hot and cold, blood borne pathogens

Physical Requirements: 
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, stoop, reach, stand, walk, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodations.

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Please provide your CV, letter of specific research interests, and contact information for 3 references.

Applicants please include documented success in research, such as first author publications and aspirations for an independent scientific career. 

Requirements: 
-Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences or closely related field  
-Prior experience in flow cytometry including sorting and data analysis, cell culture, bioinformatics and confocal microscopy would be a distinct advantage
-The candidate will be expected to perform research, write manuscripts, and present findings at the local and national meetings.

Skills, Proficiencies, and Knowledge:
-The candidate will also help write grant proposals and will be strongly encouraged to submit fellowship applications (both within the institution and externally).
-Candidates must be able to independently design and conduct experiments with some supervision as needed.
-Candidates should be passionate, enthusiastic researchers who work well in teams and have excellent oral and written communication abilities.

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