Postdoctoral Research Fellow-skeletal Muscle Metabolism

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Base: $64,600.00 to $107,600.00; bonus/equity: 7.5...
Isotope-tracing metabolic pathway analysis
In-vivo and in-vitro metabolic studies
Molecular and biochemical laboratory techniques
The Internal Medicine Research Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases and their associated complications

Job Summary

  • The Internal Medicine Research Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases and their associated complications.
  • The postdoctoral fellow will receive close mentorship from senior investigators with expertise in metabolic disease, muscle biology, and mitochondrial metabolism, along with opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and career development.
  • Pfizer offers comprehensive and generous benefits including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, paid leave, and health coverage, supporting colleagues to lead healthy lives.

Matching Summary

The Internal Medicine Research Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases and their associated complications.

Salary

Base: $64,600.00 to $107,600.00; Bonus/Equity: 7.5% target bonus; Benefits: Comprehensive health, retirement, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Isotope-tracing metabolic pathway analysis
  • In-vivo and in-vitro metabolic studies
  • Molecular and biochemical laboratory techniques
  • Experience working with mice
  • Metabolic assay development
  • Data analysis of isotope-tracing

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with dysmetabolic pathophysiology
  • Experience with Seahorse assays
  • Mitochondrial functional readouts
  • LC-MS application skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Biology or related field
  • Less than 2 years post-degree experience
  • Minimum 2-year commitment
  • Permanent US work authorization required
  • Scientific publication record preferred

Work Rights

Permanent US work authorization required

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