NIH Sponsored Postdoctoral Position

At the Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine (IEEM)

An NIH funded postdoctoral research fellowship is available to study exercise respiratory mechanics, pulmonary gas exchange, exercise capacity, and dyspnea on exertion in children and older adults with and without obesity, patients after acute pulmonary embolism, and patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction under the mentorship of Tony G. Babb, Ph.D. and Bryce N. Balmain, Ph.D.

• Applicants should have a doctorate in exercise science, cardiopulmonary and respiratory physiology, or a closely related discipline.
• Successful applicant should be a highly motivated researcher with a strong background in human systems/integrative physiology, a strong publication record, and excellent communication and laboratory skills.
• The Fellow will be expected to participate in experimental design; data collection, data analysis and interpretation; and preparation of oral and written scientific reports.
• The documented ability to independently conduct research studies in cardiopulmonary, respiratory, and exercise physiology is highly desirable.

The IEEM is part of the Texas Health system and is affiliated with The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. https://www.texashealth.org/IEEM

• Salary is commensurate with experience according to NIH stipend levels.
• The fellow will be an employee of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas and will receive comprehensive fringe benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Start date is immediate.

Please submit a cover letter describing research interests and experience, curriculum vitae, and copies of recent research publications along with the name, address, and phone number of three references.

Direct all correspondence and inquiries to:

Tony G. Babb, Ph.D., Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine

7232 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75231

DrTonyBabb@TexasHealth.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• University

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Dallas, TX 75231: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person