Position Details
POSITION SUMMARY:
Immunology and Cardiovascular laboratory in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at LSU Health Science Center Shreveport is seeking a postdoctoral scholar. The successful candidate will join an NIH-funded project (PI, Dr. Matthew Woolard) to investigate the role of macrophage-associated lipin-1 activity during inflammation resolution. The project involves but is not limited to studying macrophage biology, inflammation resolution, immune responses, assessment of mitochondria function, and atherosclerosis resolution. The project uses cultured cells, mouse models, flow cytometry, and metabolomics. Having recent lab experience, in cell culture, immunology, and handling of rodents is required. The job involves designing and conducting research projects, presenting at national/international conferences, and writing manuscripts. The PI will closely work with the successful candidate for training in all of these aspects, and the candidate will be encouraged to apply for independent postdoctoral fellowship grants. Salary will adhere to NIH salary guidelines.
Required skills, abilities/competencies needed to perform this job successfully:
- Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with common laboratory equipment and techniques required.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
- Motivation to develop an independent research project in addition to the assigned projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum qualifications include a doctoral degree from an accredited institution in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology or a related discipline and training within a selected area of specialization.
- Strong/recent basic research lab experience in molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, and animal physiology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proven extensive experience of working with rodents.
- Strong publication record.
- A background in immunology and/or atherosclerosis is highly preferred but not required.
Applicant Instructions:
Send inquiries containing a cover letter, CV with list of publications and contact information for three references to
Matthew Woolard, PhD; Department of Microbiology and Immunology; L
SU Health Sciences Center Shreveport at matthew.woolard@lsuhs.edu.
LSU Health is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
LSU Health Shreveport has a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities.