Employment Opportunities

 

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION
IN THE
VASCULAR BIOENGINEERING
RESEARCH LABORATORY

A post-doctoral research associate is sought to study the effects of biophysical forces on vascular biology and pathophysiology. This position will integrate with ongoing NIH-funded research, and will interface with a multidisciplinary team that includes cell and molecular biologists, vascular surgeons and bioengineers. The candidate should have extensive experience in quantitative and qualitative microscopy, immunohistochemistry, protein and molecular biology assays, etc. Ability to troubleshoot these techniques, especially as related to calcified human aortic tissue, is desired. The successful candidate will have doctoral-level training in molecular biology, biochemistry or related field, and have a demonstrated ability to perform the above techniques. Sound English language skills are also essential.

Candidates must already have (or easily obtain) authorization to work in the United States.

Please direct inquiries and CVs to:

David A. Vorp, Ph.D.
Vascular Bioengineering Research Laboratory
Department of Surgery
Division of Vascular Surgery
Suite 200 Bridgeside Point
100 Technology Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
USA

or e-mail: vorpda@upmc.edu

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.