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Job Offer: Post Doctoral Fellow:University of MemphisJob description:Post Doctoral Fellow
Posting DetailsPosting InformationPosting Number: FAE1774 Advertised Title: Post Doctoral Fellow Campus Job location: Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number: L16605 Job Category: Full-Time Faculty Department: College of Health Sciences Position Summary: Supporting the research program in the laboratory of Dr. Yufeng Zhang is the primary responsibility of this Post Doctoral Fellow position. This includes designing and carrying out experiments, developing new techniques, training and supervising graduate and undergraduate students, analyzing data, drafting of manuscripts and fellowship applications, and contributing to grant applications. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on both evolutionary and aging questions using non-model species in the lab including long-lived organisms. The prosperous candidate will be expected to begin to develop an independent research program. The Zhang lab conducts research using cell culture, animal models, and non-model organisms. The position is a full-time (12 month) appointment. The University offers an excellent benefits package, and the state of Tennessee currently has no state earnings tax. Memphis and the surrounding areas maintain a very low cost of living relative to most parts of the country. Candidates must be available to start on or prior to August 1, 2024. Minimum Position Appropriate qualifications: An earned PhD or equivalent in any area of biology or related field is required, with a preference to candidates trained in an area of bioenergetics. Qualified candidates should have a publication record documenting their involvement in basic science research. practice with non-model organisms (birds, mole-rats, etc) and working with primary cell culture would be a significant asset. Qualified candidates should have strong expertise and background in evolution, sexual selection, bioenergetics, metabolism and aging processes. The candidate must show a availability to lgain and demonstrate great work ethic. The prosperous applicant is also expected to have excellent organizational and interpersonal expertise. Effective oral and written communication expertise in English are required. Candidate must meet eligibility requirements to begin and continue working in the United States at the time of appointment. Special Conditions: SETTING: The College of Health Sciences ( http://www.memphis.edu/healthsciences/ ) offers the B.S. degree in Health Studies with concentrations in Dietetics; Exercise, Sport & Movement Sciences; Healthcare leadership abilities; and Health Sciences; as well as the B.S.Ed. degree in Physical Education Teacher Education, and Sport Coaching. The college also offers the M.S. degree in Health Studies with concentrations in Exercise, Sport & Movement Sciences; Lifestyle Medicine; Physical Education Teacher Education; Exercise Nutrition. A second M.S. degree is offered in Nutrition with concentrations in Clinical Nutrition; Environmental Nutrition; and Nutrition Science. The college maintains an broad University-wide physical activity program. There are approximately 1500 undergraduate and graduate majors within CHS. The University of Memphis is recognized by the Carnegie Foundation as one of two public research universities (R1 designation) and the only community engaged public university in Tennessee. Information technology has a diverse population of approximately 21,000 students including approximately 4,000 graduate students. Posting Date: 04/15/2024 Closing Date: Open Until Screening Begins: Yes Hiring Range: $56,484 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Special Instructions to candidates: Only applications submitted electronically at https://workforum.memphis.edu will be considered. candidates are required to upload (1) a cover letter describing their qualifications, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) contact information for 3 references from colleagues who can address the applicant's professional preparation for this position. candidates should receive a confirmation number when all application materials are received. For questions about this position, Contact Us by Dr. Brandt Pence, at bdpence@memphis.edu. Instructions to Applicant regarding references: Is this posting for UofM employees only?: No Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only): Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Cover Letter » Curriculum Vitae » References List Optional Documents Skills:
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