Postdoctoral Fellow: Sleep-Vascular Translational Research

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University, College of Medicine, Department of Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar for the Sleep-Vascular Program. The role focuses on hypertension and endothelial dysfunction in obstructive sleep apnea, including translational human studies and tissue models using intermittent hypoxia.

The candidate will perform ex-vivo and in-vitro experiments with human tissue, work with vascular physiologists, and collaborate on NIH-funded projects involving imaging, RNA

Responsibilities

• Lead ex-vivo and in-vitro experiments in human tissue and cultured endothelial cells using intermittent hypoxia exposure.
• Collaborate with vascular physiologists and a senior project manager for wet-lab operations.
• Work with patient volunteers and ensure compliance with clinical research regulations.

Job description

Penn State University, College of Medicine, Department of Medicine in Hershey, PA, seeks a Postdoctoral Scholar for the Sleep-Vascular Program. The role focuses on hypertension and endothelial dysfunction in obstructive sleep apnea, including translational human studies and tissue models using intermittent hypoxia.

The candidate will perform ex-vivo and in-vitro experiments with human tissue, work with vascular physiologists, and collaborate on NIH-funded projects involving imaging, RNA