Postdoctoral Scientist - Lewis Lab

Position Overview

The laboratory of Dr. Tommy Lewis in the Aging & Metabolism Research Program at Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to study the unique roles of mitochondria in neurons. The lab is interested in understanding how compartmentalization of mitochondrial structure and function (or its loss) underlies neuronal development, aging and neurodegeneration.

Responsibilities

• Utilize both in vitro and in vivo techniques including 2 photon microscopy on anesthetized and awake behaving mice, in utero electroporation, genetic or viral targeting of defined cell types, and proteomics.
• Contribute to ongoing projects within the lab, which includes but is not limited to: studying the effects of mitochondrial dysfunction on neuronal development, aging, and neurodegeneration.
• Participate in a strong and expanding community of scientists at OMRF and the Oklahoma University Health Sciences Campus (OUHSC) interested in mitochondrial and aging biology.
• Access state-of-the-art resources including: 2 photon microscope of live slice or intravital imaging, widefield microscope setup for 4 channel, fast live imaging experiments, surgery suite for stereotaxic injection or in utero electroporation, metabolomics and mitochondrial functional assays.

Mentorship and Career Development

• Scheduled mentorship from PI and postdoctoral advisory committee.
• Opportunity to develop independent research questions.
• Support for fellowship applications.
• Opportunities to mentor trainees and develop leadership skills.
• Yearly conference attendance to promote networking.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in a biological science, chemistry, physics or other relevant area, M.D., or equivalent degree.
• Familiarity with standard molecular and cell biology lab techniques.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic about science.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to communicate and write summaries of results.
• Efficient with time and project management.
• Able to multi-task and work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team with complementary skill sets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant experience working in the fields of neuro or cell biology.
• Previous experience with optical imaging or stereotaxic injection in mice.