Job Description

Summary

The Bround Lab is hiring a Postdoctoral Associate to study mitochondrial biology in the heart and skeletal muscle. The Postdoctoral Associate will conduct an independent research program within the broader Bround Lab research agenda and be expected to publish their results in research journals. The Postdoctoral Associate will also work with other Bround Lab members on other projects.

Baylor College of Medicine typically follows similar to the NIH stipulated stipend guidelines for Postdoctoral Associates.

Job Duties

• Plans, directs and conducts mitochondrial research experiments.
• Uses in vivo disease models, ex vivo samples, and cell lines
• Evaluates and analyzes mitochondrial, metabolic, and in vivo data.
• Establishes new research protocols and procedures.
• Performs rodent husbandry.
• Summarizes research findings and disseminates results in research journals and presentations.
• Performs laboratory operations/responsibilities.
• Supervises research staff/student volunteers.
• Provides some direct technical training where appropriate.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.