This listing was posted on Baylor College of Medicine.
Research Assistant I - Metabolism
Description:
Summary One Research Assistant position is available in Dr. Yi Zhu’s lab ( https://www.bcm.edu/research/faculty-labs/yi-zhu-lab ) in the Children’s Nutrition Research Center (CNRC) at the Baylor College of Medicine. The objective of the research in Dr. Yi Zhu’s laboratory is to understand the basic biology of the adipose tissue and the liver in the effort to develop new concepts and biologics to treat diseases related to over-nutrition. Currently, our focused research areas are: 1) The gap junction-dependent and -independent functions of the Connexin43 protein in adipocyte metabolism, adipokine secretion, milk production, and the communication of adipocytes with other types of cells within the depot. We apply basic scientific discoveries to develop biologics that concurrently engage adipocyte metabolism and gap junction activity to improve the efficacy of the starting molecule. (Cell Metab. 2016, 24, 420–433, and APSB. 2022, In Press); 2) Hyaluronic acid (HA) production, hepatic clearance, and its role in modulating metabolism and liver fibrogenesis. We place a special emphasis on the effects of HA in modulating the immune function of the liver during the pathogenesis of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and its role in intrahepatic communication among hepatic sinusoidal endothelial cells, Kupffer cells, and stellate cells. (Sci. Trans Med. 2016, 8, 323ps4, Matrix Biol. 2019, 78-79, 284-291, and Nat. Commun. 2021, 12 (1), 1-15.) Job Duties Plans, directs, and conducts research experiments. Evaluates and analyzes data, manage on-line data repositories. Manages related technical staff for operation of the animal colony. Redeploy new existing techniques for experiments and performs applications required for specific research projects. Assists in completion and publication of ‘orphan’ lab projects. Oversees the maintenance of lab equipment and environment. Coordinates and completes administrative duties such as ordering, computer assignments, organization, etc. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field. Two years of relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in a basic science or a related field with a minimum of one year of research experience. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer. 19032 SN
Company:
Baylor College Of Medicine
Posted:
May 10 on Baylor College of Medicine
Visit Our Partner Website
This listing was posted on another website. Click here to open: Go to Baylor College of Medicine
Important Safety Tips
- Always meet the employer in person.
- Avoid sharing sensitive personal and financial information.
- Avoid employment offers that require a deposit or investment.
To learn more, visit the Safety Center or click here to report this listing.
More About this Listing: Research Assistant I - Metabolism
Research Assistant I - Metabolism is a Research Research Assistant Job at Baylor College of Medicine located in United States. Find other listings like Research Assistant I - Metabolism by searching Oodle for Research Research Assistant Jobs.
Research Assistant I - Metabolism is a Research Research Assistant Job at Baylor College of Medicine located in United States. Find other listings like Research Assistant I - Metabolism by searching Oodle for Research Research Assistant Jobs.