Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Xu) Lung Regeneration

Cincinnati Children's • Orleans, MA

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About The Position

The long-standing interest of Xu Lab is to understand the cellular and molecular basis of lung regeneration under physiological and/or pathological perturbations, utilizing cutting-edge experimental biology with advanced computational approaches including mouse surgical models, cell lineage tracing, organoid culture, 3D imaging, single cell genomics and AI-driven system. Dr. Xu is committed to provide stable support and close mentorship for trainees of all levels.

Requirements

• PhD/MD or equivalent
• Applicant with or going to have Ph.D. or M.D. degree in the field of biology or biomedicine.
• At least one peer-reviewed publication in related field as first or co-first author.
• Dedication to scientific research with strong self-motivation.
• Experience in lab mouse handling is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-throughput and/or single cell sequencing data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop the skills and knowledge (critical thinking and analysis of data, devising specific aims, long-term project planning and experimental design) to become an independent scientist
• Design, execute, and record laboratory experiments, and analyze data, which may affect decisions regarding future patient care.
• Research and improve current methods and evaluate innovative techniques. protocol and assay accuracy by conducting regular quality and reproducibility checks. Implement this knowledge in the Division/Department.
• Troubleshoot and correct erroneous results or problems with laboratory equipment.
• Discuss relevant insights about experimental results with Faculty and provide useful recommendations and analysis.
• Present research at laboratory meetings, journal clubs, seminars, and meetings. Develop skills to critically review and discuss data being presented.
• Draft, write, and edit scientific reports, papers, journal articles, abstracts, and grants. Progressively increasing responsibilities with mentorship of research staff and fiscal administration
• Maintain currency in field through continuing education, literature, and seminars. Be an active participant in the process through intellectual discussions with PI and other faculty, trainees and research staff.
• Solicit feedback on career trajectory from PI, mentoring committee and others who can provide coaching and insight.
• Attend required Cincinnati Children’s training sessions and ensure regulatory compliance with all institutional (i.e. Infection Control, ORCRA and others as applicable) policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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