Design and carry out long-term, multi-stage experiments and projects. Record, analyze and organize data for project completion, presentation at meetings and for publication. Participate in lab meetings, group meetings, journal clubs, and collaborative research projects. Write manuscripts leading to research publications. Prepare poster and short talks for attendance at local, regional and national meetings. Write career development grants, obtain funding, contribute to lab-based grant proposals. Engage in career development activities, contribute to training and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students in the lab, as well as other duties as assigned by the PI. Knowledge, Skills Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong work ethic and the ability to work interactively are required. Ability to develop collaborations both within and outside the institution is desirable. Strong candidates will be able to carry out routine duties independently, while maintaining excellent communication with the Principal Investigator (PI) to ensure projects are completed as directed. Willingness to work with animal models and human islets is required.