Postdoctoral Researcher Job at Ila Mishra, Lexington, KY

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  • Ila Mishra
  • Lexington, KY

Job Description

Postdoc- Metabolism, Hypertension, Neuroscience, pharmacology, obesity research

Department: College of Medicine

Location: Lexington, United States

Forward candidate applications to email: Ila.Mishra@uky.edu

Fields of expertise: Life Sciences, Neuroscience, Metabolism and Pharmacology research

Job description :

The Mishra Lab investigates the cardiometabolic effects of the fasting-induced hormone asprosin . Recent publications from Dr. Mishra include:


  • DOI: 10.7554/eLife.63784

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2022.02.012

  • DOI: 10.1038/s41593-024-01700-9

By integrating molecular biology, neuroscience, cell biology, omics approach and mouse behavioral studies, our research focuses on three main areas: (1) Uncovering novel functions of asprosin, (2) Developing therapeutic strategies to target asprosin, and (3) Elucidating its cellular signaling mechanisms

Two postdoctoral projects are currently available:


  • Project 1 : Neuroscience of obesity-associated hypertension

  • Project 2 : Pre-diabetes-induced changes in pancreatic signaling

The Mishra Lab fosters a collaborative and collegial research environment. We welcome motivated scientists looking for a productive and intellectually engaging postdoctoral experience.

To apply or inquire further, please email Dr. Ila Mishra (Ila.Mishra@uky.edu) with your CV and a brief statement of research interests. We look forward to hearing from you!

We are particularly interested in early-stage postdocs (fresh Ph.Ds or those in their 1st–2nd year of postdoctoral training) who aspire to become independent investigators, are inclined toward grant and manuscript writing, and have a strong publication record.

Preference will be given to candidates who possess at least 3 of the 6 technical skills listed below.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:


  • Ph.D. in neuroscience, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a related life science discipline

  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills

  • Experience working in a collaborative research environment

  • Demonstrated ability to write research reports and/or peer-reviewed publications

Desired Technical Skills (minimum 3 of the following):


  • Rodent Telemetric surgery and data analysis

  • Neuroscience techniques: immunohistochemistry, microscopy, stereotaxic or related surgeries

  • Omics-based approaches to study cell signaling

  • Experience with hepatic or pancreatic cell culture systems

  • Standard molecular biology: PCR, western blot, enzymatic assays

  • Experience with mouse handling, genotyping, and colony management

 

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