Job Description
Job DescriptionA visiting scholar position is available in the laboratory of Shizhen ‘Jeff’ Wang. The lab is interested in understanding the molecular mechanisms of membrane transport proteins, which play important roles in health and disease.
The lab is funded by NIH and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to investigate the structural and functional dynamics of membrane transporters. The lab uses a combination of approaches, including single-molecule fluorescence imaging, biochemistry, biophysics and electrophysiology, with the ultimate goal to elucidate their physiological and pathophysiological roles.
This is a Full-Time, benefit eligible, unranked academic appointment. Contract is 12 months beginning Fall 2024.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is expected to have a Master's degree or higher, along with significant research experience in cell biology, particularly in utilizing both model and primary cell lines.
Application Materials
Applications must be submitted through the UMKC recruitment portal at: https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions/ - VIEW JOBS.
To be considered, you must complete the application which contains two (2) sections: 1. Name and Contact Information 2. Combine all application materials (a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of at least three references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). If you need technical assistance, please call (800) 488-5288.
Finalists will be asked to provide their transcripts which reflect the required degree for determination of position title. Appointment will be contingent upon verification of your degrees through official transcripts.
For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Haluk Lacin @ [email protected].
If you are experiencing technical problems, please email [email protected].
Other Information
Recent representative work
1. Han S et al., Structural dynamics determine voltage and pH gating in human voltage-gated proton channel. Elife. 2022 Mar 4;11:e73093. doi: 10.7554/eLife.73093.
2. Han S et al., Cholesterol inhibits human voltage-gated proton channel hHv1. PNAS USA. 2022 Sep 6;119(36):e2205420119. doi: 10.1073/pnas.2205420119. Epub 2022 Aug 29.
Profile page of PI
https://sse.umkc.edu/profiles/wang-shizhen-jeff.html
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.