Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (Sanchez-Gurmaches) Metabolism

Primary location: Cincinnati, OH. Department: Molecular Cardiometabolic Biology. Full-time, day shift, 40 hours per week.

About the role

The Sanchez-Gurmaches Lab research program works at the intersection of metabolic tissue biology, cardiovascular health, and mitochondrial function. The central goals of the lab are to understand the molecular and metabolic mechanisms that drive the normal and pathological formation and function of cardiometabolic regulatory cells. Research approaches include sophisticated mouse genetics for targeting, lineage tracing, in vivo viral infections, single-cell and omic approaches, and rigorous functional readouts.

We offer a collaborative environment within one of the top pediatric research institutions in the country, outstanding core facilities, and access to a rich network of collaborators across metabolism, cardiovascular biology, and developmental biology.

Responsibilities

• Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking, data analysis, devising specific aims, long-term project planning, and experimental design) to become an independent scientist.
• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments; analyze data which may affect decisions regarding future patient care.
• Research and improve current methods; evaluate innovative techniques.
• Ensure protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks; implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
• Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment.
• Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings.
• Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants.
• Progressively take on increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration.
• Maintain currency in the field through continuing education, literature, and seminars; actively participate in intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees, and research staff.
• Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee, and others who can provide coaching and insight.
• Attend required training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional policies and procedures (e.g., Infection Control, ORCRA).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD, MD, or equivalent (or near completion).
• Strong record of productivity and expertise in one or more of: mouse genetics, cardiac or adipose biology, and molecular biology.
• Strong communication skills, scientific creativity, and the drive to lead a project are essential.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose.

• Consistently ranked among the top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for more than 15 years.
• Among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding.
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) and America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
• Named one of the nation’s Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
• Certified as a great place to work and a Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability.
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

We embrace innovation—together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better, including the responsible use of artificial intelligence.