Post-Doctoral Associate

Classification: Post-Doctoral Associate (9546)

Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2025

Anticipated End Date: September 30, 2025

About the Junge Lab: The Junge lab at the University of Minnesota Medical School (Twin Cities) seeks to appoint a talented postdoctoral trainee in the field of endothelial cell calcium signaling. The Junge lab studies neurovascular signaling and integrates mouse genetics, molecular and protein- biochemical methods, cell biology, and various -omics methods. This position is considered an "essential employee", expected to report to work during emergency closures, unless specifically instructed not to report to work at these times.

For more information, visit our lab webpage at https://med.umn.edu/ophthalmology/research/junge-lab

Responsibilities:

• Performs in vitro and in vivo experiments in the fields of CNS angiogenesis, blood-brain barrier, and calcium signaling in endothelial cells.
• Carries out experiments independently from start to finish, trouble shoots, and optimizes methods. Analyzes, interprets, and presents complex experimental results. Performs statistical analyses.
• Understands models of biological processes, derives appropriate predictions from these models, and designs/conducts experiments to test those predictions.
• Prepares manuscripts and figures for publication.
• Presents work internally at UMN or externally at scientific conferences, receives training in scientific communication (presentations, papers, grants).

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, obtained within the last two years.
• In-depth knowledge in retinal vascular biology, mouse genetics, Ca 2+ signaling in endothelial cells, imaging and image quantifications, and endothelial cell based in vitro
  assays.
• Experience working with mice.
• UMN RAR training completed.

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences and its success is built upon the innovation and drive of every member of our team, from faculty to administrators to technicians. Put simply, all of us are driven to provide the best eye care for our patients, discover new treatments, and educate the next generation of eye care professionals. More at https://med.umn.edu/Ophthalmology .

Pay Range: Expected annual stipend will be $61,008, adjusted for the next fiscal year, according to University and Medical School guidelines.

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Postdoctoral Associate

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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This position will remain open until filled.

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