Postdoc Aso

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The Cousins Lab has a postdoctoral research position available in the Food Science and Human Nutrition Department at the University of Florida. Research is focused on the molecular/cell biology of zinc transport and cell signaling with relevance to immune defenses and inflammatory and degenerative disease (www.robertjcousins.com ). Studies make extensive use of murine knockout models. The position provides the opportunity for team and independent research. The lab is NIH- and endowment- funded.

$55,000

A doctorate (foreign equivalent acceptable) is required. Applicants need to have experience with molecular and biochemical assays.  Candidates must be supportive of the mission of the Land-Grant system. Candidates must also have a commitment to IFAS core values of excellence, diversity, global involvement, and accountability.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is available 02/15/2023 and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available.  Compensation is commensurate with the education, experience, and qualifications of the selected applicant.

Nominations

Nominations are welcome. Nominations need to include the complete name and address of the nominee. This information should be sent to:

Please refer to Requisition # 525369

Robert Cousins

University of Florida

Food Science and Human Nutrition

572 Newell Dr.

Gainesville, Fl 32611

Telephone:                               352-392-1991

Facsimile:                                352-392-9467

Electronic Mail:                      cousins@ufl.edu

Application Information

• Individuals wishing to apply should go online to Careers at UF and submit:
• Cover letter that states applicant’s interest in the position and qualifications relative to the credentials listed above
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts

Selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) .

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. The University of Florida is a public institution and subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws.

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