New River Community College
Post Doctoral Fellow - CBP Del Rio Lab
New River Community College, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
Post Doctoral Fellow – CBP Del Rio Lab
Department SOM KC Division of Molecular and Integrative Physiology – Del Rio Lab
Position Title Post Doctoral Fellow – CBP Del Rio Lab
Job Description Summary The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research investigating the neural mechanisms driving autonomic, cardiovascular, and respiratory dysfunction in cardiometabolic and neurodegenerative diseases. The research integrates:
Neurophysiology and cardiorespiratory control
Heart failure (HFpEF, high‑output HF), hypertension and intermittent hypoxia
Sympathetic nerve activity and brainstem circuit function
Glial biology, chemoreflex pathways and neuroinflammation
Chemogenetics/optogenetics and in vivo physiology
Multi‑organ autonomic systems and translational models
The position involves both basic and translational research under the direction of a Principal Investigator. This is a highly collaborative position with opportunities for multidisciplinary work, mentorship, and national/international presentations. Our group has led fundamental discoveries linking brainstem neuronal and astroglia dysfunction to autonomic imbalance, breathing irregularity, and cardiorespiratory failure. The research is housed in modern laboratory space with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and will build on a long history of innovative service to the KUMC research community.
Key Roles and Responsibilities The Postdoc will be expected to complete research projects under the guidance of the faculty mentor, record and interpret the results of their experiments in an electronic laboratory notebook, prepare publication‑quality manuscripts (including figures and tables) and publish in peer‑reviewed literature.
Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into project design and interpretation.
Disseminate studies by interacting on a regular basis with the PI, faculty mentor, and laboratory members to discuss experimental design and interpretation of results.
Present research aims and findings at department seminars and at local and national scientific meetings. Write and publish results as first author in abstracts, manuscripts, and posters.
Lead mechanistic studies examining how brainstem circuits and peripheral chemoreceptors contribute to cardiovascular and respiratory dysregulation in heart failure and metabolic disease.
Employ Cutting‑Edge Tools
In vivo autonomic and respiratory recordings
Chemogenetic and optogenetic approaches
Confocal and molecular analyses (PCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry)
Rodent models of heart failure and intermittent hypoxia
Data science and physiological signal analysis
Compliance Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.
Required Qualifications Education : Ph.D. in Physiology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or related field.
Work Experience
Experience with in vivo physiology, autonomic/respiratory control, or cardiovascular research
Experience with a publication record and demonstrated research independence
Preferred Qualifications Work Experience
Experience with rodent models of cardiovascular or respiratory disease
Experience with chemogenetic or optogenetic techniques
Experience with neuroanatomy and brainstem physiology
Experience with autonomic nerve recordings or plethysmography
Experience with bioinformatics or advanced signal analysis
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Application Instructions To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Post-Doctoral-Fellow---CBP-Del-Rio-Lab_JR009320-1 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009320. Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or other website will not be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center The University of Kansas Medical Center’s mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world‑class research programs; provides compassionate and state‑of‑the‑art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at https://www.kumc.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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Department SOM KC Division of Molecular and Integrative Physiology – Del Rio Lab
Position Title Post Doctoral Fellow – CBP Del Rio Lab
Job Description Summary The Postdoctoral Fellow will conduct research investigating the neural mechanisms driving autonomic, cardiovascular, and respiratory dysfunction in cardiometabolic and neurodegenerative diseases. The research integrates:
Neurophysiology and cardiorespiratory control
Heart failure (HFpEF, high‑output HF), hypertension and intermittent hypoxia
Sympathetic nerve activity and brainstem circuit function
Glial biology, chemoreflex pathways and neuroinflammation
Chemogenetics/optogenetics and in vivo physiology
Multi‑organ autonomic systems and translational models
The position involves both basic and translational research under the direction of a Principal Investigator. This is a highly collaborative position with opportunities for multidisciplinary work, mentorship, and national/international presentations. Our group has led fundamental discoveries linking brainstem neuronal and astroglia dysfunction to autonomic imbalance, breathing irregularity, and cardiorespiratory failure. The research is housed in modern laboratory space with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and will build on a long history of innovative service to the KUMC research community.
Key Roles and Responsibilities The Postdoc will be expected to complete research projects under the guidance of the faculty mentor, record and interpret the results of their experiments in an electronic laboratory notebook, prepare publication‑quality manuscripts (including figures and tables) and publish in peer‑reviewed literature.
Read literature articles, develop new ideas, and assimilate the information into project design and interpretation.
Disseminate studies by interacting on a regular basis with the PI, faculty mentor, and laboratory members to discuss experimental design and interpretation of results.
Present research aims and findings at department seminars and at local and national scientific meetings. Write and publish results as first author in abstracts, manuscripts, and posters.
Lead mechanistic studies examining how brainstem circuits and peripheral chemoreceptors contribute to cardiovascular and respiratory dysregulation in heart failure and metabolic disease.
Employ Cutting‑Edge Tools
In vivo autonomic and respiratory recordings
Chemogenetic and optogenetic approaches
Confocal and molecular analyses (PCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry)
Rodent models of heart failure and intermittent hypoxia
Data science and physiological signal analysis
Compliance Attend and maintain compliance on all orientation and training sessions designated by the University and the Department, understand and follow IACUC and biosafety protocols, and attend departmental seminars and regular lab meetings.
Required Qualifications Education : Ph.D. in Physiology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, or related field.
Work Experience
Experience with in vivo physiology, autonomic/respiratory control, or cardiovascular research
Experience with a publication record and demonstrated research independence
Preferred Qualifications Work Experience
Experience with rodent models of cardiovascular or respiratory disease
Experience with chemogenetic or optogenetic techniques
Experience with neuroanatomy and brainstem physiology
Experience with autonomic nerve recordings or plethysmography
Experience with bioinformatics or advanced signal analysis
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Comprehensive Benefits Package Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer‑paid life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Application Instructions To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Post-Doctoral-Fellow---CBP-Del-Rio-Lab_JR009320-1 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR009320. Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or other website will not be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center The University of Kansas Medical Center’s mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world‑class research programs; provides compassionate and state‑of‑the‑art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at https://www.kumc.edu.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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