Post Doctoral Fellow - Woolbright lab

University of Kansas Medical Center Kansas City, KS Full-time Education

Posted on April 18, 2024

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Post Doctoral Fellow - Woolbright lab

Department:
SOM KC Cancer Biology
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Woolbright

Position Title:
Post Doctoral Fellow - Woolbright lab

Job Family Group:
Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:
Department of Cancer Biology, KUMC is seeking a highly motivated candidate to work in the laboratory of Dr. Ben Woolbright as a postdoctoral trainee in the field of Cancer Biology. The Woolbright lab investigates how interactions between the microbiome and inflammation affect bladder cancer development, progression and response to therapy. In association with core facilities and our collaborators, the project heavily utilizes murine models, molecular sequencing and various molecular biology techniques to define interactions and evaluate mechanisms. The successful candidate is expected to perform research by contributing to the design of experiments, data acquisition, data analysis and interpretation, manuscript preparation, and mentor junior researchers. The ideal candidate would readily collaborate and contribute scientifically to the mission of the lab.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications

Education: PhD in biochemistry, pharmacology, immunology or other appropriate biological science

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

Prior work in murine models
Basic understand of cancer biology
Immunology and microbiology experience highly preferred
Demonstration of capabilities through first author papers

Skills:

Excellent organizational skills and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as a team.
Track record of first authored publications
Demonstrated research experience and familiarity with standard molecular biology techniques.

Job Duties Outlined:

Research Overview: Work with PI/faculty mentor, to design and perform experiments exploring how changes in aging and inflammation affect bladder cancer. Particular emphasis is on incorporation of how underlying changes in the microbiome can altar these factors.
- Interpretation of experimental results and analysis of data, to use in publications, grants and determining next steps in the needed for the research.
- Perform experiments requiring the flexibility and adaptability to execute a wide range of skills to perform a variety of bench experiments and utilize the labs equipment. This includes but not limited to working with human tissue, murine models and basic skills in molecular biology.
Postdoctoral Fellow Expectations: The Postdoctoral fellow will be expected to complete research projects under the guidance of the faculty mentor, record and interpret the results of their experiments in an (electronic) laboratory notebook, prepare publication-quality manuscripts (including figures and tables) and publish in peer-reviewed literature.
- Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into his/her project design/interpretation.
- Dissemination of studies: Interact on a regular basis with their faculty mentor and members of the laboratory to discuss experimental design and interpretation of results.
- Present research aims and findings at department seminars and at scientific meetings. Write and publish their results as first author in abstracts, manuscripts, and posters.
- Submit fellowship applications, as eligible, to bolster research funding and CV building for projects.
- Interact with KU Cancer Center donors and local cancer affiliates.
Compliance: Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Cancer Biology Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.
Perform other duties assigned by PI and faculty mentor.

Required Documents:

Resume/CV
Cover Letter

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus nine paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Employee Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Rate Type:
Salary

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range:
$47,476.00 - $80,000.00
Minimum
$47,476.00
Midpoint
$66,000.00
Maximum
$80,000.00

Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Post-Doctoral-Fellow---Woolbright-lab_JR006243 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR006243.

Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.

About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Center’s mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.

Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination

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Post Doctoral Fellow - Woolbright lab

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