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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - Internal Medicine, Cardiology - Tong Lab [Req#: 963443, Position#: 132616]

UT Southwestern Medical Center
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Aug 2026

About the role

Description

Our laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms of cardiovascular conditions associated with metabolic dysfunction, with emphasis on cardiac remodeling, arrhythmia, and cardiometabolic disease. The postdoc will study the molecular mechanisms of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and atrial fibrillation (AF). The postdoc is expected to design and perform various experiments in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, transcriptomics, and cardiovascular physiology, analyze data, and communicate results both orally and in publications. Also, is also expected to collaborate with other researchers.

 

Qualifications

•  Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. in a relevant field. 

•  Experience in cardiovascular research, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry is preferred. 

•  Strong record of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications. 

•  Curiosity, independence, and enthusiasm for collaborative, rigorous science.

Application Instructions

Please upload your CV and letter of interest. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

 

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

 

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

 

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

 

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