Postdoctoral Fellow - Skin Healing & Vascular Biology

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Skin Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration Lab. The role involves designing and executing experiments on skin injuries while working with cutting-edge technologies. Candidates should hold a relevant PhD with hands-on experience in techniques such as flow cytometry and confocal microscopy. The position fosters independence and collaboration for career development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• PhD conferred by the time of appointment.
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry.
• Hands-on experience with confocal microscopy and fluorescence imaging.
• Strong foundation in cell and molecular biology techniques.
• Evidence of scientific productivity with publications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments to investigate responses to injuries in skin models.
• Develop and validate skin perfusion technology platforms.
• Perform molecular and cell biology assays related to skin biology.
• Maintain accurate lab records and protocols.
• Independently troubleshoot experimental challenges.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Confocal microscopy

Cell culture

Western blot

PCR

ELISA

Excellent communication skills (English)

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology

PhD in Cell Biology

PhD in Biomedical Engineering

PhD in Physiology

PhD in Radiation Biology

Tools

FlowJo

FIJI/ImageJ

Imaris

Job description

A leading research institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Skin Wound Healing and Tissue Regeneration Lab. The role involves designing and executing experiments on skin injuries while working with cutting-edge technologies. Candidates should hold a relevant PhD with hands-on experience in techniques such as flow cytometry and confocal microscopy. The position fosters independence and collaboration for career development in a supportive environment.