美国俄勒冈卫生科学大学招聘糖尿病、肥胖、代谢学方向博士后

A postdoctoral fellowship is available immediately at the Oregon National Primate Research Center (ONPRC), located on the West Campus of Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). OHSU offers a highly interactive research environment and superb opportunities for career development in a spectacular Pacific Northwest setting. 

This purpose of this position is to perform studies in support of maternal programming of early onset obesity in nonhuman primate models with Dr. Paul Kievit. The Kievit Laboratory is part of the Division of Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism and has several areas of research focus. A major focus of our group is to determine the impact of maternal nutrition on metabolic outcomes in offspring, as well as studies that focus on therapeutic interventions. All of the studies in our group involve both rodents and nonhuman primates and use a variety of histochemical and molecular techniques, as well as rodent surgical techniques including hyperinsulinemic-euglycemic clamps and stereotaxic brain cannulations.

Applicants must have a PhD in Neuroscience, Physiology or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated experience with animal models and the above mentioned surgical techniques.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. OHSU provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities can request reasonable accommodation by contacting the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148.

Interested individuals should apply via our website: www.OHSUjobs.com, IRC49206 with position number A97104. Inquires about the position may be directed to Paul Kievit at kievitp@ohsu.edu.