A full-time Advanced Research Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Bong Sook Jhun at the Heart Institute, Hypertension and Kidney Research Center, Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida.
The Jhun laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac fibrosis and dysfunction that contribute to heart failure, with a specific focus on mitochondrial function and regulation mediated by stress-responsive protein kinases.
The Advanced Research Scientist will conduct experiments that require standard and advanced scientific techniques, including biochemical, molecular biological, physiological, and cell biological methods.
Conducting research in cardiovascular and mitochondrial biology, which includes designing, executing, and troubleshooting experiments, as well as analyzing and interpreting data.
Contributing to the development of grant proposals and manuscripts, as well as laboratory safety and animal research protocols.
Ensuring compliance with university and NIH research policies and procedures.