The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is currently offering a postdoctoral fellow position in vision research to start in July-August, 2025. This position will be funded by a Brightfocus Foundation Macular Degeneration Award, focusing on understanding the role of microglia/macrophages in retinal pigmented epithelium (RPE) degeneration with advanced age and diet. We are seeking a Ph.D. graduate with a strong innovative focus, experience in molecular biology/biochemistry techniques, mouse model work, excellent communication skills, and a proven publication record. Preference will be given to individuals with a strong interest and experience in vision research, eager to learn/apply bioinformatic pipelines for cell-specific transcriptomic and epigenomic analyses.
To apply, please provide a curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience and goals, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Ana Chucair-Elliott at ana-chucair@ouhsc.edu
Laboratory of Elizabeth Hile
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The Cancer Rehabilitation Research Laboratory (CRRL) in the NCI-accredited Stephenson Cancer Center at the University of Oklahoma (OU) has an immediate opening for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at an annual salary of $63,000 for up to 2 years. The CRRL aims to optimize early detection and intervention for cancer-related neuromuscular toxicities impacting survivors’ movement and Quality of Life. Toward this aim, we collaborate with OU Norman engineers on related biotechnologies and artificial intelligence algorithms, and with OU Health clinics to recruit individuals with cancers, especially gynecologic, hematologic, hepatobiliary, and bladder.
Expectations: The postdoctoral fellow will expand their skills toward independently conducting, disseminating, and leading research. They will accomplish these objectives through self-directed, active learning as they perform activities that include, but are not limited to:
- All daily research tasks required for active CRRL study protocols, including recruitment and eligibility screening of participants, the collection and management of human performance data and patient-reported outcomes, and the provision of study interventions.
- Preparation of developing study protocols and regulatory submissions for institutional research approvals. The fellow will also assist the PI in preparing intramural and extramural funding applications.
- Analysis of existing laboratory data for publication and national presentation. Authorship is earned, in an order commensurate with the level of independent contributions.
- Co-mentoring of laboratory trainees, including undergraduate and graduate students. Didactic teaching opportunities (e.g., guest lectures) may also be available through the OU College of Allied Health.
Active attendance at research meetings is required, and the fellow must present their progress weekly. The submission of at least one first-authored manuscript and national abstract are expected in the first year of training. Funding for a second year of training will be contingent upon satisfactory performance evaluations in Year 1.
Eligibility: Requirements include the completion of a dissertation-based doctoral degree (PhD preferred), experience in the conduct and analysis of human participants’ research in an area related to rehabilitation, and a history of research dissemination in the form of presentations and publications. A history of clinical practice is preferred; physical therapists eligible for licensure in the State of Oklahoma will receive the highest priority. The applicant must have strong written and verbal English-language communication skills, the ability to safely engage with study participants of various age groups, cultural backgrounds, and physical function, and confidence to learn human performance technology. Statistical assistance is available; however, we seek a motivated problem-solver with strong analytical and reasoning skills to clean, visualize, and interpret human performance data with minimal supervision from the PI.
To Apply: Send a cover letter (2-page maximum) detailing relevant research experience and interests, a curriculum vitae, and two letters of reference to Dr. Elizabeth Hile (Elizabeth-Hile@ouhsc.edu).
About Oklahoma City: OKC is the anchor of a rapidly growing, multicultural metropolitan area with a population of 1.3 million, over 300 days of sunshine annually, very affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and a wide array of cultural amenities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-0cPNJPRLY; http://bricktownokc.com/ The University of Oklahoma is an EO/AA Institution http://www.ou.edu/eoo/ .
Posted 7/30/2024
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
The TSET Health Promotion Research Center (TSET) located within the Stephenson Cancer Center at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is recruiting a postdoctoral research fellow interested in obtaining specialized research experience in tobacco regulatory science and related health research. Part of the position will be supported by a newly funded Center on Health Equity Research (CHERC) from the American Cancer Society. Working with Amy M. Cohn, PhD (amy-cohn@ouhsc.edu) and Laura Beebe, PhD (laura-beebe@ouhsc.edu), the fellow will be involved in manuscript writing (primary and secondary) and analyses using data from multiple completed and ongoing projects that address menthol cigarette smoking in vulnerable populations, cannabis and tobacco use and co-use, and laboratory and behavioral economic assessments of flavored tobacco product use and appeal. Drs. Cohn and Beebe have access to several large national and statewide data sets including all the restricted use datasets of the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) study (and associated biomarker datasets), the National Youth Tobacco Survey, and registration and follow-up data from the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline, which is consistently ranked as a top performing quitline in the US for enrollments (~20k/year) and outcomes. The fellow will receive training in advanced statistical analyses, such as multi-level modeling and latent trajectory and latent transition analysis, grant writing, clinical trials management, ecological momentary assessment, and human laboratory studies of tobacco use. The fellowship is expected to be 2-3 years long and benefits include a generous stipend for research activities, professional development, and travel funds. Salary is extremely competitive ($67k annual). Dr. Cohn, the HPRC faculty, and the HPRC training program has an exceptional track record of helping fellows secure tenure-track positions and establish themselves as independent investigators and receiving grants. Please contact Dr. Cohn with questions about these positions.
Eligibility: Applicants must have a doctoral degree in public health, psychology, or a related behavioral science discipline. The fellow will be selected on the basis of scholarly activity (publications, conference presentations), productivity, and commitment to a research career. Outstanding candidates must be highly motivated, possess strong analytic skills, be able to work independently, and have a strong desire to learn and expand their interests and expertise.
To apply: Send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and three letters of reference to Dr. Cohn (amy-cohn@ouhsc.edu). Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
About us: The mission of the TSET Health Promotion Research Center (HPRC) is to reduce the burden of disease in Oklahoma by addressing modifiable health risk factors such as tobacco use, sedentary lifestyle, poor diet, cancer screening, and risky alcohol and other substance use through research, novel intervention development, and dissemination of research findings. The HPRC contains four major resources that facilitate research and are led by HPRC faculty: Mobile Health Shared Resource, Tobacco Treatment Research Program, Training Program, and Tobacco Regulatory Science Clinical Laboratory. Oklahoma City is the anchor of a rapidly growing, multicultural metropolitan area with a population of 1.3 million, over 300 days of sunshine annually, very affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and a wide array of cultural amenities. Be a part of a city on the rise: Oklahoma City. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-0cPNJPRLY; http://bricktownokc.com/ The University of Oklahoma is an EO/AA Institution http://www.ou.edu/eoo/.
Posted 6/14/2024
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is currently offering a postdoctoral fellow position in vision research. This position is funded by an NIH/NEI research grant, focusing on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of photoreceptor degeneration and exploring therapeutic interventions. We are seeking a PhD graduate with a strong innovative focus, excellent communication skills, and a proven publication record. Preference will be given to individuals with a strong interest and experience in vision research.
To apply, please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references to Dr. Raju Rajala at the Department of Ophthalmology, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, 608 Stanton L. Young Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73104. You can also reach Dr. Rajala by phone at (405) 271-8255, by fax at (405) 271-8128, or via email at raju-rajala@ouhsc.edu.
Multiple postdoctoral positions are available at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Dr. Prabha Nagareddy’s lab at the Department of Medicine. The successful candidate will utilize molecular, genetic, immunological and pharmacological approaches to decipher the signaling pathways that regulate inflammation with a focus on myeloid cell production in different disease settings, including but not limited to diabetes, obesity, atherosclerosis, myocardial ischemia, etc.
Candidates must be able to design and perform experiments independently with appropriate but minimal supervision. Prior experience in flow cytometry including sorting and data analysis, mouse genetics, animal handling, bioinformatics, confocal microscopy and surgical techniques would be a distinct advantage. Highly motivated individuals who wish to develop careers in academia are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with documented success in research, such as first author publications and aspirations for an independent scientific career. Please provide your CV, letter of specific research interests, and contact information for 3 references by email to Prabhakara-nagareddy@ouhsc.edu.
The Post-Doctoral Fellow will develop and synthesize small molecule dyes, peptide-based contrast agents, or nanomaterials for cancer imaging and drug delivery applications. The Post-Doctoral Fellow will be responsible for synthesis, development, and evaluation of small molecule dyes (organic synthesis), peptide-based contrast agents, and/or nanomaterials (polymer and silica nanoparticles) to target the tumor microenvironment (breast, pancreatic, ovarian, and colon tumors).
The Post-Doctoral Fellow will work with existing laboratory members in the development small molecule dyes, peptide-based contrast agents, and/or nanoparticles for drug delivery with applications in cancer and inflammation. The Post Doc Fellow will work within our multi-disciplinary team to evaluate contrast agent specificity, toxicity, drug/dye release from nanoparticles, or efficacy using both in vitro and in vivo experimentation in murine, swine, and human of solid tumors. The Post Doc will have the opportunity to learn about writing and submitting their own independent federal grants (USA). Other responsibilities will include communicating results to the scientific community through publications and presentations, and supervising graduate students, clinical residents, and laboratory technicians. Weekly attendance and presentation of data at lab meeting is expected. Presentation of results for submission of manuscripts to international journals is expected for this position.
This position is funded by NIH grants.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A Ph.D. in the field of chemistry, bioengineering, materials science, chemical engineering, biochemistry, biology or similar field;
- Prior research experience should include: organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, nanomaterials, or peptides-based agents
- Experience with standard characterization techniques required;
- Experience with manuscript writing, preparation of figures is required;
- Experience small animals (mice) is a benefit, but not required;
- Broad knowledge and experience in contrast agents and various imaging modalities is a strength;
- Must show technical proficiency and have the ability to collaborate within a multi-disciplinary group;
- Must have good record keeping skills;
- Must follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment;
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute in a multidisciplinary team setting are mandatory.
Keywords: chemistry, organic chemistry, polymer chemistry, nanomaterials, nanoparticles, material science, contrast agent, imaging
The position is full-time for one year with the option to extend dependent on Post Doc performance and available funding. This project builds upon the work of Dr. Lacey McNally, an NIH funded investigator for the last 14 years. Salary will be based on experience and will use the NIH scale.
Interested candidates must apply online at https://jobs.ou.edu, job number 230418.
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Posted 3/8/2023 - Still Active 8/10/2023
A postdoctoral fellowship is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jacob E (Jed) Friedman, new Director of the Harold Hamm Diabetes Center at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. A major leadership gift of $34 million has allowed for the expansion of laboratories and Endowed Chairs for research on developmental origins of disease (DoHAD). We are seeking highly motivated and independent postdoctoral fellows, with expertise in nutrition and the molecular or clinical aspects of obesity, diabetes or its complications, specifically in the liver, adipose biology, or innate immune system. Dr. Friedman’s research projects provide opportunities to have major, positive impacts on human medicine by investigating how maternal obesity impacts the development of establishment of the innate immune system (bone and liver) and development of obesity and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in Mouse, Monkey and Man. The lab also has funded projects focusing on nutrition and microbiome development and biomarkers of disease in humans and mouse models.
Expertise in assessment of the effects of nutrition on the development of adipose, liver, immunity, or microbiome is desired. Responsibilities will include working with mice, routine cell culture, protein and RNA isolation from cells and tissue, Western blotting, and tools for investigating epigenetics or cell transcriptomics in bone-marrow and liver-derived cells. The ideal candidate will be reliable, personable, highly motivated, and have demonstrated the ability to work independently. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly integrative, translational and productive research group, with high impact papers in top journals including PNAS, JCI, Nature Communications, and Cell Reports.
https://medicine.ouhsc.edu/Academic-Departments/Physiology/Faculty/jacob-e-jed-friedman-phd
Dr. Friedman’s lab has state-of-the-art equipment including a Cytation 5 multi-mode imager, a Jess Simple Western system, and a QuantStudio 6 real-time PCR machine. Campus shared resources and cores include: Tissue Banking and Pathology; Biostatistics and Research Design; Mass Spectrometry / Proteomics; DNA Sequencing / Genomics; Flow Cytometry / Imaging; Diabetic Phenotyping; Germ-Free Facility; Non-Human Primates, and Mobile Health (mHealth) Technology Network (NCTN), with robust pilot funding and training grants in diabetes, cancer, gerosciences, and developmental immunology.
Prerequisites:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD in nutrition, physiology, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or closely related fields
- Minimum of 2-3 year(s) experience in working with in vivo models relevant to obesity.
- Excellent communication skills
- Proven ability to work independently within a research lab.
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer software (Microsoft Office, SAS), standard laboratory equipment operation, and research technical skills
Salary & Benefits:
Salary will be based on the NIH stipend scale and will be commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center offers postdocs most employee benefits.
Applicant Instructions
- Applicants may apply directly to Dr. Jacob Friedman, Director Harold Hamm Diabetes Center at: jed-friedman@ouhsc.edu
- Required application materials:
- Cover letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for a minimum of [3] professional work references
The University of Oklahoma medical campus is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Oklahoma strongly supports the principle of diversity. The University of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process, and selection committee members may choose to contact work references during the search process other than those listed in your application.
The University of Oklahoma is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer http://www.ou.edu/eoo/ . Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posted 12/7/2022 - Still Active 8/10/2023
A postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and the Center for Geroscience and Healthy Brain Aging at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. The applicant will work on mechanisms of pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and related dementias using rodent models, with a specific focus on the role of mechanisms of aging, pathogenic tau, and cerebrovascular pathways of AD. For more information please see the laboratory’s website https://www.galvanlab.org.
The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. in neuroscience, biochemistry, genetics, cellular or molecular biology, physiology, or other related fields and have a record of creativity and strong scientific productivity. Working experience on mouse models, assessment of brain vascular function, optical imaging, primary neuron cell culture, molecular biology and mouse genetics, and a background in neuroscience and brain vascular biology are strongly preferred, but not exclusively required. Please provide a curriculum vitae, a brief summary of research experience and goals, and the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Veronica Galvan (galvanv@uthscsa.edu) or to Dr. William Sonntag (william-sonntag@ouhsc.edu) on behalf of Dr. Veronica Galvan.
Posted: June 23, 2021