Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Children's Heart Institute
About The Position
The position is with our Children’s Heart Institute with the Center for Innovations in Congenital Heart Disease (CiCHD). The role will involve design and development of bioprinted in vitro model of FALD (liver fibrosis injury). The model will consist of hepatocytes, endothelial cells, and hepatic stellate cells, to resemble the native liver tissue. Fontan-like flow conditions will be applied to the in vitro model and pathophysiological mechanism involved in liver fibrosis will be examined. This model will also be used to assess a variety of pharmacological and interventional procedures to treat FALD. A biomedical postdoc position provides an opportunity for early-career researchers to gain valuable experience, develop independent research skills, and contribute to the advancement of scientific knowledge in their field of expertise.
Requirements
- Doctoral/Terminal Degree
- Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.
- Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Nice To Haves
- Stem cell culture experience
- 3D printing and 3D bioprinting
- Biomaterial synthesis
- Immunostaining and confocal microscopy
Responsibilities
- Plans and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and prepares publications describing results.
- Assists in training and mentoring of lab personnel, including graduate students and other trainees.
- Reads and evaluates literature.
- Possess interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and communicate with individuals at all levels.
- Have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Awesome retirement/pension plan
- Work/life services
- Free financial and legal counseling
- Free mental health counseling services
- Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
- Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
- Resources for child and elder care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
