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Research Professional Electrophysiologist
Job Description
Posting Information
Posting Information
| Department | Marsico Lung Inst - CF Center-426401 |
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| Career Area | Research Professionals |
| Posting Open Date | 06/30/2023 |
| Application Deadline | 07/14/2023 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Position Type | Permanent Staff (EHRA NF) |
| Working Title | Research Professional Electrophysiologist |
| Appointment Type | EHRA Non-Faculty |
| Position Number | 20057013 |
| Vacancy ID | NF0007123 |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full-Time Permanent |
| FTE | 1 |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Position Location | North Carolina, US |
| Hiring Range | $74,340 - $85,000 |
| Proposed Start Date | 08/01/2023 |
Position Information
| Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit | The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research. We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability. We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service. |
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| Position Summary | The Research Professional Electrophysiologist will participate in a research program at the Marisco Lung Institute to study ion channels and viroporins for development of therapeutic approaches. This position requires training in electrophysiology and cell biology and experience in primary cell culture and maintenance. Experiments conducted will involve patch clamping of mammalian cells, two-electrode voltage-clamp of oocytes, and measurement of cells cultures and tissues in Ussing chambers. |
| Minimum Education and Experience Requirements | Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent research productivity, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and 3 or more years of relevant experience in substitution. May require terminal degree and licensure. |
| Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Our ideal candidate possesses great attention to detail, as well as excellent communication, and organizational skills. Other required qualifications include: * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Understanding of basic concepts related to electrophysiology and cell biology. * Understanding of ion transport-related lung pathophysiology. * Grant writing experience. * Knowledge and practice of electrophysiology and optimization of techniques for different applications. * Understanding of cell physiology and regulation of cellular events. |
| Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience | Preferred qualifications include: * Ph.D. in biological sciences, physiology, cell biology, biophysics, biochemistry, or a related field. * At least 5 years of postdoctoral experience. * Training in electrophysiology and cell biology. * Experience in primary cell culture and maintenance. * Experience in a patch clamping of mammalian cells. * Experience in two-electrode voltage-clamp of oocytes. * Experience in Ussing chamber measurements. * Expertise in epithelial ion channel regulation. * Expertise in physiology and maintenance of primary cell culture. * Knowledge on epithelial ion channel regulation and viroporin function. * Knowledge of mode of action of drugs that act on epithelial ion channels. * Experience with fluorescence microscopy and cell-based assays. * Experience with protein expression and analysis by western blotting. * Experience with Ussing chamber analysis. * Experience with Acquire & Analyze Software, Origin, Microsoft office, GraphPad Prism, and other graphic software. * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and writing skills. * Experience in drug development. |
| Special Physical/Mental Requirements | |
| Campus Security Authority Responsibilities | Not Applicable. |
| Special Instructions | |
| Quick Link | https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/260317 |
Posting Contact Information
| Department Contact Name and Title | Stephanie Fleming, HR Consultant |
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| Department Contact Telephone or Email | stephanie_fleming@med.unc.edu |
| Office of Human Resources Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu |
| Equal Opportunity Employer Statement | The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
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