Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Patch-Clamp Electrophysiology, Ion Channels, and Renal/Vascular Physiology

Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health Center, University of Missouri, Columbia

A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available for a highly motivated scientist with strong hands-on experience in patch-clamp electrophysiology to study ion channel and G-protein-coupled receptor signaling in vascular and kidney cells.

The laboratory investigates the molecular and physiological mechanisms regulating ion channel function, calcium signaling, vascular reactivity, hypertension, and kidney injury. Ongoing studies combine electrophysiology with molecular, cellular, and functional approaches to understand the regulation of ion channels and related signaling pathways in renal and vascular cells.

The successful candidate will have opportunities to lead mechanistic studies, publish high-quality research, present findings at scientific meetings, contribute to grant-funded projects, and develop toward an independent research career.

All duties and research activities will be conducted in accordance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal regulations.

Applicants should have:

A PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in physiology, pharmacology, neuroscience, biophysics, molecular biology, or a related field

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Demonstrated expertise in patch-clamp electrophysiology
Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques
A strong record of research productivity and peer-reviewed publications
Strong analytical, communication, and scientific writing skills
The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment
Candidates should be highly motivated, technically rigorous, dependable, and genuinely interested in electrophysiology and ion channel biology.
Additional experience with ion channel physiology, calcium imaging, vascular smooth muscle or endothelial cells, renal cells, transgenic rodent models, or pressure/wire myography would be advantageous but is not required.

Please provide a Cover Letter and Current CV

Open until filled

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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