UNIV - Postdoctoral Scholar - Surgery: HPB Surgery

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Department of Surgery, Division of HPB Surgery, Wang Lab, is actively recruiting for a Post Doctoral Scholar. The lab is focused on studying the mechanisms of cellular therapies in the treatment of type 1 diabetes and chronic pancreatitis, including their use in islet transplantation. Research will include exploring the use of iPSCs and MSCs to modulate autoimmune responses and prevent islet cell death. The position will involve advanced research on cellular therapies, pancreatic islet biology, and autoimmune disease mechanisms. The successful candidate will work on both preclinical animal models and clinical trials.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. or M.D. in a relevant field such as immunology, cell biology, neuroscience, or related disciplines.
• Research Experience: Applicants must have experience with: Basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., cell culture, RNA/protein analysis, animal handling), Immunology and relevant research techniques, Neuroscience and aspects of pancreatic islet biology (preferred but not required).
• Experience with Animal Models: Comfortable working with mice, including animal handling and surgical techniques.
• Strong Communication Skills: Both oral and written communication skills are essential, with experience in writing and publishing scientific manuscripts preferred.
• Passion for Research: A strong desire to contribute to medical advancements in diabetes, pancreatitis, and transplant immunology.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as required.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

• Neuroscience and aspects of pancreatic islet biology (preferred but not required).
• Strong Communication Skills: Both oral and written communication skills are essential, with experience in writing and publishing scientific manuscripts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and Conduct Research: Assist in the design, execution, and analysis of research projects in islet biology and transplant immunology, particularly focusing on the use of stem cells and cellular therapies in T1D and chronic pancreatitis.
• Publication: Prepare and publish research findings in scientific journals.
• Develop New Ideas: Contribute to ongoing research projects by developing new ideas to push forward current research goals.
• Clinical Trial Involvement: Participate in ongoing clinical trials that test cellular therapies in patients with type 1 diabetes and chronic pancreatitis.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the research team, including postdocs, graduate students, and faculty, to contribute to the progression of translational research.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees