Postdoctoral Appointee of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physioly
About the role
The laboratory of Dr. Carol Witczak in the Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology & Physiology at the Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM) is searching for a postdoctoral appointee to join our research team. The Witczak lab has broad interests in the mechanisms regulating skeletal muscle metabolism under physiological, pathological, and pharmacological conditions, such as exercise, type 2 diabetes, and weight loss drug therapies. The Witczak laboratory uses state-of-the-art technologies, novel pharmacological/chemical reagents, and tissue-specific mutant mouse models to investigate the underlying mechanisms controlling muscle growth and metabolic flux.
Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing novel research methods
- Conducting in vitro and in vivo experiments
- Planning and managing research projects
- Interpreting data
- Preparing presentations and peer-reviewed publications
- Assisting with laboratory management
- Training personnel
- Contributing to grant applications
Requirements
Successful candidates will have recently completed PhD training, possess a strong background in type 2 diabetes, metabolism, and/or skeletal muscle physiology, have extensive experience working with mouse models, and have a strong publication record.
Qualifications
- Minimum Education: PhD in biomedical sciences (e.g., biochemistry, physiology, metabolism)
- Experience working with and handling mice
- Research experience in type 2 diabetes, metabolism or skeletal muscle physiology
- Experience characterizing mouse models
Skills
The Principal Investigator is committed to supporting the candidate’s scientific and professional development by fostering grant submissions, providing opportunities to attend and present at scientific conferences, and encouraging exploration of new research directions and collaborations.
Benefits
The salary and benefits are provided in accordance with National Institutes of Health (NIH) guidelines.
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Contact Information
Dr. Carol Witczak
cwitczak@iu.edu