Post Doctoral Scientist - Cardiovascular Development

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Dr. Jihyun Jang at Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University is seeking a Fellow to study how epitranscriptomic mechanisms regulate cardiac development and congenital heart disease. Our research focuses on m6A RNA methylation and its roles in developmental cell fate decisions, congenital heart defects, and pediatric cardiomyopathies. Using human iPSC-derived cardiac organoids, genetically engineered mouse models, CRISPR technologies, and single-cell/multi-omics approaches, we investigate the molecular regulation of heart development and disease. Projects include ventricular development, congenital valve disease, endocardial biology, and pediatric cardiomyopathy. The appointment is a maximum of 7 years in length.

Requirements

• PhD or equivalent degree in relevant field of science, required.
• Research experience from PhD program, required.
• Effective interpersonal skills required in interactions with scientists, physicians, and laboratory colleagues.
• Excellent laboratory technical skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods.
• Ability to proactively manage and drive projects.

Responsibilities

• Designs experiments, develops protocols, and conducts research under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
• Assists in the training and supervision of technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
• Records and analyzes data generated by the research study.
• Assists in the development of hypotheses for further investigation from the results of the studies performed.
• Assists with the preparation of scientific and technical papers for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Presents findings at local and national research forums.
• Collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at NCH or at The Ohio State University.
• Works toward research independence, preparing to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree