Research Associate

University of South Florida•Tampa, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

An Assistant Professor Level scientist position (Tenure Earning, Collaborative Track) is available in the laboratory of Dr. Fadi Matar in collaboration with Dr. Thomas McDonald. Funding for the startup of this laboratory has been secured through philanthropy. The selected applicant will assist Drs. Matar and McDonald in the foundation of the “Ruberg Cardiovascular 3D Printing and Bio-Innovation Research Center”. Dr. Matar is Chief of Cardiology at USF and the founding director of the 3D Cardiovascular Printing Program at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI). Dr. McDonald is the Director of the USF-Health Heart Institute and is the Founding Director of the USF Cardiogenetics Program. The Scientist is expected to supervise and work closely with 2 post-doctoral fellows who are currently employed with the goal of initiating translational research projects focusing on stem-cell based bioprinting of cardiovascular tissues such as aortic valves and arterial conduits. The laboratory has state-of-the-art, advanced technologies such as Advanced Solutions Life Sciences (ASLS) BAB-400 robotic bioprinter with integrated Molecular Devices confocal microscope and incubator along with full cell culture laboratory equipment and support. The scientist will develop projects and is expected to demonstrate independence in the design and implementation of the daily activities required for the conduct of the research program. Drs. Matar and McDonald will work with the Scientist to ensure their career development and to help them secure additional federal funding opportunities in the future..

Responsibilities

Supervise and work closely with 2 post-doctoral fellows
Initiate translational research projects focusing on stem-cell based bioprinting of cardiovascular tissues such as aortic valves and arterial conduits
Develop projects
Demonstrate independence in the design and implementation of the daily activities required for the conduct of the research program