Postdoctoral Research Fellow-skeletal Muscle Metabolism

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Base: $64,600 to $107,600; bonus/equity: 7.5% targ...
Isotope-tracing metabolic pathway analysis
Molecular and biochemical laboratory techniques
Experience working with mice
The Internal Medicine Research Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases through deep mechanistic understanding

Job Summary

  • The Internal Medicine Research Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases through deep mechanistic understanding.
  • The successful candidate will independently drive research projects and collaborate with diverse scientific partners in a supportive environment.
  • Pfizer offers comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan with matching, paid leave, health coverage, and strong career advancement support.

Matching Summary

The Internal Medicine Research Unit is dedicated to advancing transformative therapies for metabolic diseases through deep mechanistic understanding.

Salary

Base: $64,600 to $107,600; Bonus/Equity: 7.5% target bonus; Benefits: 401(k) with matching, paid leave, medical, dental, vision

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Isotope-tracing metabolic pathway analysis
  • Molecular and biochemical laboratory techniques
  • Experience working with mice
  • Design and execute in-vivo/in-vitro studies
  • Metabolic assay development
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with dysmetabolic pathophysiology
  • Experience with stable isotope tracing and flux analysis
  • Knowledge of Seahorse assays and mitochondrial function
  • Hands-on LC-MS data analysis
  • Self-motivation and leadership ability
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary research

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Biology or related field
  • Less than 2 years post-degree experience
  • Minimum 2-year commitment
  • Permanent US work authorization required
  • At least one first-author publication preferred
  • Ability to work with mice
  • MMR vaccination

Work Rights

Permanent US work authorization required

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