Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at <a href="http://uc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">uc.edu</a>. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success. <div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Job Overview</H2> </div><div>As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine? The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Health & Disease is currently accepting applications for a full-time Post-Doctoral Fellow within Dr. Phillip Owens Laboratory. This position is 100% research and offers a competitive NIH-based salary plus benefits.</div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Essential Functions</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Follow established research protocols to perform experiments in the lab. </li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Design laboratory experiments in coordination with the PI. Understand the scientific principles involved in the research and use those principles to troubleshoot and adjust the protocol as appropriate.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Maintain accurate and detailed records of all laboratory work and experiments.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Interpret data and judged validity of data. </li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Perform statistical and graphical analysis of data.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Operate standard laboratory equipment. Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results/problems with laboratory equipment and procedures.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Will assist in training other post-doctoral fellows, graduate students and junior laboratory personnel in laboratory techniques and equipment. </li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Willing and able to assist in daily operations of the laboratory including organization and cleanliness.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Maintain an active role in laboratory meetings, presentations, publications, which includes contributing material for publications, abstracts and reports. </li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Be willing to perform mouse-based in vivo experiments.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Applies professional knowledge, skills, and training to lead an innovative and translational new project examining the role of platelets in abdominal aortic aneurysm disease.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Responsible for experimental execution as well as data compilation, analysis, interpretation, and communication related to the project. </li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Contribute to other projects on atherosclerosis, deep vein thrombosis, and abdominal aortic aneurysm within the lab.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Develop own project and apply for independent funding.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Required Education</H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Doctoral Degree (PhD) in biology or related field.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Required Experience</H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">One year of postdoctoral experience.</li> <li style="line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">One year of dedicated grant writing experience.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px">Physical Requirements/Work Environment</H2> </div><ul style="margin-top:0.0;margin-bottom:0.0"><li>Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. </li></ul></div></div> Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. <a href="https://www.uc.edu/employees/hr/benefits.html">(UC Benefits)</a> Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include: Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px" type="disc"> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Competitive salary based on experience</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs</li> <li style="line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Professional development & mentorship opportunities</li> </ul> To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our <a href="https://www.uc.edu/careers.html">Careers Page</a>. UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click <a href="https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents">here</a> for a list of acceptable documents. Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the <a href="https://jobs.uc.edu/">UC applicant portal</a>. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. 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Post Doc Fellow, Division of Cardiovascular Health & Disease (Cincinnati, OH, US, 45221) @ University of Cincinnati

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