**Job Description**
This Postdoctoral Associate position is available in the Animal Sciences Department at Rutgers University, within the laboratory of Dr. Igor Shmarakov. The successful candidate will investigate the molecular basis of retinoid metabolism and signaling, working within an interdisciplinary research group focused on lipid metabolism, endocrinology, respiratory toxicology, and lung injury. The position offers opportunities to interact with a vibrant scientific community.
**Skills & Abilities**
• Strong communication skills
• Publication record consistent with career level
• Interest in understanding the molecular basis of retinoid metabolism and signaling
• Experience in animal models of lung injury
• Experience in lung cell isolation
• Experience in lung organoid cultures
• Experience in immunofluorescent staining of tissues and cells
• Experience in gene expression analysis by qRT-PCR
• Experience in immunoblot analysis
• Experience in lipid extraction and analysis using HPLC
• Experience in analysis of datasets generated by bulk or single-cell RNA sequencing
**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Biochemistry
• Cell Biology
• Physiology
**Experience**
Other:
• Publication record consistent with career level
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