Cardiovascular Research Postdoc: Vascular Repair & Immunity

University of Pennsylvania; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania invites applications for one or two Postdoctoral Fellows to join a cardiovascular research program led by Dr. Gong and Dr. Yi Fan.

The project investigates vascular function and immunity in cardiovascular disease, with a focus on molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac repair after myocardial infarction. Applicants should have a background in cardiology, vascular biology, immunology or related fields, and practical experience with molecular biology techniques and

Qualifications

• Background in cardiology, vascular biology, immunology or related fields.
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques and animal models.
• Preference for endothelial biology and cardiovascular research.

Responsibilities

• Join a project investigating vascular function and immunity in cardiovascular disease.
• Elucidate molecular mechanisms of cardiac repair after myocardial infarction, focusing on vessel formation and endothelial plasticity.
• Contribute to developing regenerative therapies by targeting ischemic microenvironments.
• Explore immunotherapy approaches for cardiovascular disease, including CAR-T or engineered myeloid cells.

Skills

Cardiology

Vascular biology

Immunology

Endothelial biology

Animal models

Education

PhD in a related field

Tools

Molecular biology techniques

Animal models

Job description

The University of Pennsylvania invites applications for one or two Postdoctoral Fellows to join a cardiovascular research program led by Dr. Gong and Dr. Yi Fan.

The project investigates vascular function and immunity in cardiovascular disease, with a focus on molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac repair after myocardial infarction. Applicants should have a background in cardiology, vascular biology, immunology or related fields, and practical experience with molecular biology techniques and