Post Doctoral Research Fellow - Kessinger Lab
About The Position
The Kessinger laboratory at the Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to integrate innovative translational molecular imaging strategies and novel diagnostic agents to study cardiovascular disease in vivo. Specifically, the position is R01-funded to investigate the biology of pulmonary embolism and the inflammatory response that drives associated sequelae, including pulmonary fibrosis. The methodology outlined for the studies includes single cell/nuclear analysis, translational imaging – CT, US, intravital fluorescence, mouse genetics, and molecular biology techniques.
Requirements
- A recent or pending Ph.D. with experience in cardiovascular disease, molecular imaging, biomedical engineering research, or related fields.
- Proficient in molecular and cell biology techniques.
- Experience in small animal imaging and handling techniques.
- Experience in image analysis.
- Demonstrated productivity in the form of publications and presentations.
- Scientific creativity to identify novel approaches to answer our research questions.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- A desire to work and collaborate in a scientifically rigorous laboratory environment.
Nice To Haves
- Background in CT, ultrasound, and fluorescence imaging techniques is preferred.
- Experience in cardiovascular small animal models with survival surgical skills is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Integrate innovative translational molecular imaging strategies and novel diagnostic agents to study cardiovascular disease in vivo.
- Investigate the biology of pulmonary embolism and the inflammatory response that drives associated sequelae, including pulmonary fibrosis.
- Utilize single cell/nuclear analysis, translational imaging (CT, US, intravital fluorescence), mouse genetics, and molecular biology techniques.
Benefits
- An opportunity to present your work at national/international conferences.
- Support for publication of high and medium impact journal articles.
- A supportive environment that keeps your short and long-term career goals in mind.
- Clear expectations provided in structured project management.
- A closely-knit, exceptionally equipped research institute with a wide variety of research interests and expertise.
- An appreciation for work/life balance.
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits packages.
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- GENEROUS paid time off
- 7 paid holidays
- 403(b) plan with company matches up to 10%
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
