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    Job Posting Title Postdoctoral Researcher - Baton Rouge, United States - Louisiana State University

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    About Us:


    At the forefront of medical discovery as it relates to understanding the causes of obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia, Pennington Biomedical Research Center is a campus of Louisiana State University and conducts basic, clinical and population research.

    The Center includes Basic Science, Clinical Research, and Population and Public Health, enabling both focused research and translational science.

    Research at Pennington Biomedical is supported broadly by multiple NIH Research Centers, and includes approximately 65 faculty and 20 postdoctoral fellows who comprise a network of 44 laboratories and 13 highly specialized core service facilities.

    Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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    Job Posting Title:
    Job Posting Title Postdoctoral Researcher - T32 Training in Botanicals


    Position Type:
    Other Academic


    Department:
    LSUPBRC Clinic - Medical (Frank L Greenway


    Work Location:
    LSU - Pennington Biomedical


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    Job Description:


    Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a world-renowned academic research institute of Louisiana State University, invites applicants for their NCCIH sponsored T32 postdoctoral fellowship program.

    This postdoctoral fellowship will provide up to three years of funding including NIH salary, benefits, travel, and research support.

    Pennington Biomedical is seeking MDs and PhDs with biomedical research experience who are interested in conducting basic animal and/or molecular research into mechanisms associated with weight gain and insulin insensitivity, with the potential to use botanical substances to attenuate these conditions.

    Evidence of motivation and skills in scientific writing such as publications and grant experience are highly desirable.

    This training program is directed by Drs.

    Phil Brantley and Jackie Stephens and uses hands on laboratory mentoring and interactive seminars to train new investigators in the knowledge and skills necessary for establishing an independent research career.

    This program has been continuously funded since 2009 and has trained 17 scientists who have all continued in research careers.

    Graduates have been awarded 30 research grants and have produced more than 150 publications. The faculty at Pennington Biomedical are highly productive, collaborative, and place high value on the mentoring of junior scientists.

    Trainees are encouraged to work with multiple faculty members and to pursue in-depth research that transcends traditional scientific boundaries with a focus on cross-disciplinary approaches.

    Pennington Biomedical has three NIH Center grants that provide resources for postdocs


    These include:
    1- NIDDK sponsored Nutrition Obesity Research Center (NORC) that studies nutrition and metabolic health through the lifespan

    • NIGMS sponsored Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE)
    • The Louisiana Clinical and Translational Science Center (LA CaTS), an NIH IDeA Center led by NIGMS
    Only US citizens or green card recipients will be considered.


    Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

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    Competencies:
    None


    Special Instructions:

    Interested candidates should and include:
    cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of research interests (one or two pages). Official transcripts are required prior to hire and are not required at the time of application.


    Posting Date:
    February 1, 2024

    Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):


    Additional Position Information:
    Pennington Biomedical is located within state-of-the-art research facilities on a 222-acre campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. For more information, visit PBRC.

    Questions regarding career opportunities at Pennington Biomedical should be sent to

    Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

    Benefits - Pennington Biomedical Research Center offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more


    Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.

    Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.


    Essential Position (Y/N):
    Pennington Biomedical Research Center/LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:


    Pennington Biomedical Research Center and LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society.

    We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

    PBRC and LSU are also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

    For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management at


    Contact Information:
    Questions or concerns can be directed to PBRC Human Resources at or


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