DetailsOpen Date 11/18/2024Requisition Number PRN40364BJob Title Post Doc Res AssocWorking Title Post Doc Res AssocJob Grade A00FLSA Code AdministrativePatient Sensitive Job Code? NoStandard Hours per Week 40Full Time or Part Time? Full TimeShift DayWork Schedule SummaryVP Area U of U Health - AcademicsDepartment 01337 - Molecular Medicine ProgramLocation CampusCity Salt Lake City, UTType of Recruitment External PostingPay Rate Range 20000 to 500000Close Date 02/28/2025Priority Review DateJob SummaryThe Rowley Lab is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Scientist to join their team within the platelet and thrombo-inflammation group at the University of Utah. The candidate will research how genetics and genomics influence platelet function, bleeding, and clot formation. The candidate will be responsible for developing and utilizing cutting-edge CRISPR /Cas9 approaches in primary human hematopoietic progenitors to evaluate gene functions and the effect of genetic variants in blood cells, including platelets and megakaryocytes. This will involve designing and conducting high throughput functional assays and pooled library screens followed by validation of findings in cell culture and mouse models. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to prepare themselves for academic or industry success through presentations, publications, grant writing, and exposure to a diverse range of scientific techniques and collaboration opportunities.ResponsibilitiesDesign and execute CRISPR /Cas9-based experiments in primary human blood cells to evaluate gene functions and genetic variants in blood cells Develop, optimize, and analyze high throughput functional assays and pooled library screensHelp with the validation of candidate variants and genes in mouse modelsAnalyze data using relevant software and present findings in internal and external meetingsContribute to scientific publications and grant proposalsCollaborate with other members of the team and assist with training lab membersMaintain detailed laboratory notebooks and ensure compliance with laboratory safety guidelinesPresent at relevant scientific conferences and meetings to stay current with the field.Minimum QualificationsPreferencesType Benefited StaffSpecial Instructions SummaryAdditional InformationThe University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. 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