Life Science Research Professional 2

Stanford University•Stanford, CA

5d•$85,376 - $99,581•Onsite

About The Position

The School of Engineering Stanford Engineering has been at the forefront of innovation for nearly a century, creating pivotal technologies that have transformed the worlds of information technology, communications, health care, energy, business and beyond. Our faculty and students are creative risk-takers who pursue excellence across a breadth of disciplines. Our alumni include some of the world's most successful leaders in technology and business. Our staff are critical to enabling Stanford Engineering to accomplish its mission: seeking solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges and educating leaders who will make the world a better place through the power of engineering principles, techniques and systems. Department of Bioengineering Stanford Bioengineering is a dynamic and rapidly growing department within the Stanford Schools of Engineering and Medicine. For more than a decade, the Department of Bioengineering has sought to advance bioengineering as a fundamental engineering discipline grounded in basic sciences, powered by a unique set of engineering concepts and principles, and capable of realizing many diverse applications. Our community ranges broadly, consisting of esteemed alumni, world class faculty and students, dynamic staff and administrators and include some of the world's most successful leaders in bioengineering technology and business In realizing our mission, our staff are critical to supporting our organization's goals and enabling Stanford faculty and students to accomplish its mission conducting cutting-edge research with the objective of formulating innovative solutions to global challenges through the field of bioengineering. The Skylar-Scott Laboratory within the Stanford University School of Medicine - Department of Bioengineering, is seeking to hire a full-time Life Science Research Professional 2 as an independent research fellow in our lab. This role will involve work primarily focused on the Health Enabling Advancements through Regenerative Tissue Printing (HEART) program supported by Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). The experimental goal of the position is to test 3D printed valves ex vivo leading to an optimized in vivo valve model. We are utilizing an ex vivo heart simulator to model atrioventricular (AV) valve function in single ventricle physiology, allowing us to optimize surgical repair strategies before translating our findings to large animal models and clinical settings. Following the successful fabrication and validation of a tissue-engineered heart valve ex vivo, we will conduct in vivo studies in large animal models to evaluate the valve's viability, functionality, and compatibility over a period of 1-6 months. If you are passionate about advancing cardiac research and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply and join our innovative team!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field and two years of relevant work experience; or Master's degree in a related scientific field.
Comprehensive understanding of scientific principles.
General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
Strong analytical skills and excellent judgment.
Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance is essential.
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.

Nice To Haves

Three years of relevant work experience with 3D printing, ex vivo and in vivo modeling research, or heart-related research.

Responsibilities

Independently conduct a portion of the research project(s).
Make recommendations on experimental design and/or research direction to principal investigator.
Independently conduct complex (lab and/or field) experiments to gather data for a portion of a major research project.
Interpret and analyze results, often where few guidelines exist, and make modifications to existing procedures and protocols.
Develop new research protocols where appropriate protocols are not described in the literature or where modification or adaptation of standard procedures and protocols is required.
Perform ongoing literature review to remain current with new procedures and related research; apply to ongoing research and development of new protocols.
Contribute substantively to the preparation of papers for publication, especially in the results section, and to publication of findings.
Present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences.
Oversee supply and equipment budget under supervision of principal investigator or business manager.
Work with health and safety department to ensure lab complies with regulations and all required trainings.
Supervise (either formally or informally) staff or students as needed, including oversight and direction on techniques, as well as consultation on project work.
Serve as a technical resource for other research staff.
Oversee the daily activities of the laboratory including lab maintenance; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed.
May assist with purchasing laboratory equipment.

Benefits

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

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