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Post Doc Fellow, Chemistry, Ross Lab
Cincinnati, OH CURRENT UC EMPLOYEES MUST APPLY INTERNALLY VIA SUCCESSFACTORS > **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** YOU ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A POSITION WITH MORE THAN ONE OPENING. THE NUMBER OF POSITIONS VARIES DEPENDING ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT. Founded in 1819, **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** puts education into action, ranking among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. At UC, today's possibilities spark tomorrow's reality. JOB OVERVIEW A postdoctoral position is available in the Ross lab in the Chemistry Department at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. The Ross lab focuses on developing innovative electrochemical and microfluidic platforms to probe signaling between the brain and immune system. The successful candidate will conduct independent research focused on studying neurochemical signaling in the immune system using fast-scan cyclic voltammetry. The research will center on understanding the dynamics and mechanism of neurochemical signaling pathways in the lymph node. Preference will be made to applicants which have experience working with animals, tissue culture, and electrochemistry. This is a one-year appointment that may be renewed for up to two additional one-year terms, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS *Conduct research experiments in a particular field within the pre-determined research scope and methodology. *Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research. *Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results. *Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing. *Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise. *Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed. *May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff. *Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities. *Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well. REQUIRED EDUCATION Completion of a PhD in Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Immunology or related discipline is required by the appointment date. APPLICATION PROCESS A complete application includes: *Cover letter. *Curriculum vitae. *Three confidential letters of recommendation. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. *Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience. *Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. *Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. *Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. *Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. *Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. *Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a CONTRIBUTION TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION statement. As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / MINORITY / FEMALE / DISABILITY / VETERAN. REQ: 82324 SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN |
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