Postdoc Research Associate, Nephrology
About The Position
The University of Virginia School of Medicine Nephrology Department is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead basic and translational research projects focused on the biology and clinical applications of extracellular vesicles (EVs). The successful candidate will employ advanced molecular, cellular, and translational approaches to investigate EVs as liquid biopsy biomarkers and to elucidate their roles in cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and diabetic nephropathy. In addition, the candidate will develop engineered EVs for diagnostic and therapeutic applications. Research activities will include the discovery and validation of EV-based biomarkers, the application of state-of-the-art EV technologies to clinical and experimental samples, and studies of EV-mediated intercellular communication. The ideal candidate will be a creative scientist committed to advancing both the fundamental understanding and clinical translation of EV biology within a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment. In addition to conducting independent research, the postdoctoral associate will contribute to the laboratory’s collaborative environment by sharing expertise and mentoring students, staff, and research collaborators in EV-related methodologies. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work closely with the Principal Investigator and senior scientists while maintaining a high degree of scientific independence.
Requirements
- M.D., Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant field
- Strong background in cell and tissue culture
- Strong background in molecular and cellular biology techniques
- Strong background in microscopy
- Experience with model organisms
- Experience in flow cytometry or a strong interest in learning advanced flow cytometric approaches for single-EV characterization
- Expected to develop expertise in EV isolation and characterization techniques, including nanoparticle tracking analysis (NTA), super-resolution imaging, differential ultracentrifugation, and size-exclusion chromatography
- Awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years
- Involved in full-time research or scholarship
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in extracellular vesicle research
- Outstanding publication record
- Demonstrated scientific productivity
- History of obtaining competitive external funding
Responsibilities
- Designing and conducting experiments
- Developing and implementing novel methodologies
- Analyzing and interpreting complex datasets
- Preparing manuscripts and grant applications
- Presenting research findings at scientific meetings
- Sharing expertise and mentoring students, staff, and research collaborators in EV-related methodologies
Benefits
- Full-time benefited position
- Support for professional development
- Personalized career development plan
- Opportunities for mentorship
- Opportunities for scientific leadership
- Opportunities for grant writing
- Opportunities for teaching
- Opportunities for advancement toward an independent research career
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
