Postdoctoral Associate A postdoctoral associate position is available in Dr. Xia Gao's laboratory in the Department of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. The lab focuses on the interactions of nutrition, metabolism, and the development and treatment of metabolic diseases such as obesity and cancer. The goal is to identify nutritional interventions and metabolic pathways for prevention and treatment of metabolic diseases. The lab uses untargeted and targeted metabolomic analysis and isotope tracing studies with a Thermo Exploris 480 LC/MS instrument, in vivo mouse models, and in vitro models to define the role of nutritional input and the underlying mechanisms in disease development and control. Job duties include planning, directing, and conducting specialized and advanced research experiments, evaluating and analyzing data, establishing new research protocols and procedures, summarizing research findings, and publishing results in research journals. The position also involves supervision of research staff and responsibility for laboratory operations. Minimum qualifications include an MD or Ph.D. in Basic Science, Health Science, or a related field. Experience or expertise in analytical chemistry, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, mouse physiology, metabolism, cancer, or diabetes is preferred. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Requisition ID: 23859
