What are the responsibilities and job description for the POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Touchstone Diabetes Center - Scherer Lab position at UT Southwestern Medical Center?
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER
A postdoctoral training position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Philipp Scherer [Philipp Scherer, Ph.D. - Faculty Profile - UT Southwestern], in the Touchstone Diabetes Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center to identify the mechanisms of endotrophin (ETP) biogenesis, define the process of ETP-mediated signaling in fibro-inflammation and tumor progression and develop therapeutic strategies to counteract fibroinflammatory pathways. Our laboratory [Scherer Lab | Touchstone Diabetes Center.org] has several exciting projects related to the different levels of adipocyte physiology focusing on the identification and physiological characterization of adipocyte-specific gene products and the elucidation of interorgan crosstalk in the context of the cardiorenal metabolic syndrome.
Candidates must hold a recent Ph.D. and/or M.D. degree. Experience in physiology, immunometabolism and adipose tissue biology leading to publication in peer-reviewed journals is recommended.
Information on our postdoctoral training program, benefits, and a virtual tour can be found at http://www.utsouthwestern.edu/postdocs.
Interested individuals should send a CV, statement of interests, and a list of three references to:
Faculty name, degree(s) held or contact person: Karen Kazandjian, Senior Administrative Associate
Faculty or contact person email: karen.kazandjian@utsouthwestern.edu
Faculty lab website: Scherer Lab | Touchstone Diabetes Center.org
Faculty profile link: Philipp Scherer, Ph.D. - Faculty Profile - UT Southwestern
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Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.
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Benefits
- UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
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Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000