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Job Description
HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc
43948BR
43948BR
Position Description
Performs specialized post-doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D. studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of the project. May supervise research and student assistants.
Major/Essential Functions- Design, plan, and conduct independent and collaborative experiments
- Analyze and interpret complex datasets
- Prepare manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for peer-reviewed publication and scientific meetings
- Critically read, evaluate, and synthesize scientific literature
- Assist in the training and mentoring of graduate students, technicians, and trainees
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills
- Exhibit excellent written and oral scientific communication
- Animal Models & In Vivo Techniques:
- Perform rodent handling, habituation, health monitoring, and husbandry in compliance with IACUC guidelines
- Conduct survival and non-survival surgical procedures, including: Sciatic nerve and spinal cord surgeries, abdominal and visceral procedures, neuropathic and inflammatory pain models
- Perform injections via multiple routes, including: Intraperitoneal, intravenous, intranasal, intracranial, intrathecal, intra-plantar
- Perform euthanasia, perfusion, and high-quality tissue dissection of: brain, spinal cord, DRG, CSF, blood, pancreas, spleen, liver, and lung
- Behavioral Neuroscience & Phenotyping:
- Conduct behavioral testing using AnyMaze video tracking software, including: Open Field Test (locomotion/anxiety), Y-Maze (working memory), Novel Object Recognition, Contextual and Cued Fear Conditioning
- Perform nociceptive and affective pain assays, including: von Frey filament testing, Hargreaves test, Muscle Withdrawal Threshold, Mouse Grimace Scale, Marble burying test, Thermal preference testing
- Conduct metabolic and physiological phenotyping, including: Comprehensive Lab Animal Monitoring System (CLAMS) metabolic cages and EchoMRI-700 whole-body composition analysis
- Perform electrophysiological and analytical techniques, including: Patch-clamp electrophysiology and LC-MS/MS analysis
- Analyze behavioral and physiological data, including data cleaning, statistical analysis, and heat-map generation
- Molecular & Cellular Assays:
- Prepare tissue homogenates and isolated cell populations (e.g., microglia, neutrophils, monocytes/macrophages, DRG neurons) for transcriptomic analyses
- Perform molecular and metabolic assays, including: ELISA, Western blotting, qPCR, Seahorse XF Cell Mito Stress Test, Multiplex cytokine/chemokine profiling, Immunofluorescence (Leica and/or Keyence) and Immunohistochemistry (IHC), High-parameter flow cytometry (BD FACSAria cell sorter)
- Additional Responsibilities:
- Contribute to collaborative grant development
- Support laboratory operations and compliance
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization.
Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.
In accordance with Texas Executive Order GA-48 and applicable state or federal law, this position may involve access to, work on, or conduct research involving critical infrastructure. It will require background checks, including, but not limited to, criminal history and other security-related screenings. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these checks.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
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Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).
Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.
Our Mission
As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.
Our Values & Culture
Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.
Compensation & Benefits
We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:
- Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
- State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
- Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
- Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
- Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
- Leadership and Professional Development Programs
- Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
- Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay
We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!
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