Careers @ MSU

Position Summary

A post-doctoral research associate position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Tim Zacharewski at Michigan State University. The Zacharewski lab examines the role of aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) activation in the development and progression of fatty liver disease and other complex metabolic disorders. In vivo and in vitro mouse models, as well as primary human hepatocytes and/or inducible pluripotent stem cells will be used to study the effects of TCDD and related AhR ligands on hepatic gene expression, metabolic flux, oxidative stress, and immune surveillance. The selected candidate will be expected to conduct research as part of a larger team, supervise/train undergraduate and graduate students, prepare research manuscripts, and present their results at scientific meetings.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Biochemistry, molecular biology

Minimum Requirements

PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, toxicology, or a related field*

Demonstrated experience with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. DNA/RNA/Protein extractions, qRT-PCR, westerns/capillary electrophoresis)

Evidence of research productivity as determined by their publication record

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desired Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the following areas:

• Animal husbandry and necropsy
• Primary hepatocyte extractions and cell culture
• High throughput sequencing (RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq, and/or Metagenomics)
• Mass spectrometry, metabolomics, and flux analysis
• Flow cytometry
• Histopathology

Required Application Materials

• Cover letter outlining qualifications and research experience
• Curriculum vitae/resume
• Contact information for two or more professional references

Special Instructions

For more information, please visit our lab website at: http://dbzach.fst.msu.edu/

*ABD candidates may apply for the position, with the expectation that the degree will be in-hand by the employment start date. 

Review of Applications Begins On

05/13/2024

Website

http://dbzach.fst.msu.edu/

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