The University of Iowa
3 days ago
Postdoctoral Scholar in GPCR Signaling and Cardiovascular Disease Research University of Iowa in United States
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Pharmacology
Funding
This is a full-time postdoctoral scholar position at 100% time with a stated salary of $62,232 to commensurate.
Country
United States
University
The University of Iowa
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Postdoctoral Scholar – Anesthesia – Obal Lab
The Obal Lab in the Department of Anesthesia at the University of Iowa is recruiting a full-time postdoctoral scholar for research on G protein–coupled receptor (GPCR) signaling in cardiovascular disease. The work is based in Iowa City, United States.
The research uses patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) from healthy individuals and patients with cardiovascular conditions to investigate GPCR function, single-molecule movement, and receptor–protein interactions in cell membranes. The program examines how receptor behavior changes in chronic diseases including heart failure and ischemic cardiomyopathy, with the goal of supporting targeted therapeutics and precision medicine.
A major component involves advanced nanoparticle technology to track individual GPCR molecules in cardiomyocytes and other cardiovascular cell types. Through collaboration with the Stanford Cardiovascular Institute, the lab has access to a large iPSC biobank supporting studies across diverse cardiovascular genotypes.
Applicants must have a PhD in physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, physics, or a closely related discipline. Strong laboratory, analytical, organizational, writing, communication, and record-keeping skills are required, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience in single-molecule labeling, live-cell imaging, particle tracking, R, Python, MATLAB, stem-cell culture, or GPCR biology is advantageous.
The position is full time at 100% with a salary of $62,232 to commensurate. Applications require a CV, letters of interest, and contact information for three references. The posting remains open until the position is filled.
Funding details
This is a full-time postdoctoral scholar position at 100% time with a stated salary of $62,232 to commensurate.
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, physics, or a closely related field. Required qualifications include strong laboratory, analytical, and organizational skills; demonstrated writing ability supported by prior publications; the ability to work independently while contributing to collaborative research; effective communication skills; and the ability to maintain detailed research records. Experience with single-molecule labeling, live-cell imaging or particle tracking, programming in R, Python, or MATLAB, stem-cell culture, or GPCR biology is desirable. Applications must include a curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and letters of interest.
How to apply
Apply online through the University of Iowa Jobs portal using the position page and the “Apply for This Position” button. Submit a curriculum vitae, letters of interest, and the names and contact information of three references.
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