Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Patch-Clamp Electrophysiology, Ion Channels, and Renal/Vascular

Hiring Department

Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health Center, University of Missouri,
Columbia

Job Description

A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available for a highly
motivated scientist with strong hands-on experience in patch-clamp
electrophysiology to study ion channel and G-protein–coupled
receptor signaling in vascular and kidney cells.

The laboratory investigates the molecular and physiological
mechanisms regulating ion channel function, calcium signaling,
vascular reactivity, hypertension, and kidney injury. Ongoing
studies combine electrophysiology with molecular, cellular, and
functional approaches to understand the regulation of ion channels
and related signaling pathways in renal and vascular cells.

The successful candidate will have opportunities to lead
mechanistic studies, publish high-quality research, present
findings at scientific meetings, contribute to grant-funded
projects, and develop toward an independent research career.

All duties and research activities will be conducted in accordance
with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and
applicable federal regulations.

Qualifications

Applicants should have:

A PhD, MD/PhD, or equivalent doctoral degree in physiology,
pharmacology, neuroscience, biophysics, molecular biology, or a
related field

Candidates will be evaluated on:

Demonstrated expertise in patch-clamp electrophysiology

Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques

A strong record of research productivity and peer-reviewed
publications

Strong analytical, communication, and scientific writing
skills

The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
multidisciplinary research environment

Candidates should be highly motivated, technically rigorous,
dependable, and genuinely interested in electrophysiology and ion
channel biology.

Additional experience with ion channel physiology, calcium imaging,
vascular smooth muscle or endothelial cells, renal cells,
transgenic rodent models, or pressure/wire myography would be
advantageous but is not required.

Application Materials

Please provide a Cover Letter and Current CV

Application Deadline

Open until filled

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this
position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your
total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,
and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For
additional information on University benefits, please visit the
Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of
Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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