Postdoctoral Fellow - Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine

University of Maryland • Baltimore, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at the University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Medicine is looking for a talented postdoctoral fellow with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position offers an opportunity to work on translational research projects in the field of pulmonary fibrosis using animal and primary cell culture models, single-cell, and spatial transcriptomics approaches. The successful candidate will be expected to build a publication record in high-profile scientific journals and apply for internal and extramural funding that will facilitate his/her career development in an academic environment.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or relevant advanced degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting experiments, data analysis, and interpretation.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in working with primary fibroblasts, 3D organoids and/or RNA biology is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of working and analyzing large data sets, such as bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, is highly desired.
• Strong publication record.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and present research findings at research meetings.
• Ability to work both independently and within the team.
• Strong skills in manuscript writing.
• Ability to work under stringent deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Work with primary cell culture systems, 3D culture systems, small animal models of organ fibrosis, flow cytometry, immunofluorescent imaging, RT-qPCR, western blotting, gene silencing and overexpression.
• Troubleshoot experiments, analyze and interpret data.
• Build a publication record in high-profile scientific journals.
• Apply for internal and extramural funding.

What This Job Offers

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