Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation in Cambridge, MA invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to study vascular function in skeletal health and disease in collaboration with Harvard Medical School. The role combines physiology, engineering, and clinical investigation.

Full postdoctoral salary support ($72,000 to $76,000 depending on experience) with opportunities for career development, mentorship, and collaboration with leaders in human physiology, bone biology,

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in physiology, biomedical engineering, or a related field.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Experience in human physiology, biomedical instrumentation, optical imaging, signal processing, or related areas.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Join the Cardiovascular Research Laboratory at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and Harvard Medical School to study vascular function in skeletal health and disease.
• Contribute to human physiology research using biomedical engineering and clinical investigation methods.
• Collaborate with experts in human physiology, bone biology, optical imaging, and biomedical engineering.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Education

PhD/MD or equivalent

Tools

Biomedical instrumentation

Optical imaging

Signal processing

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital CorporationMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryAPPLY BY EMAIL ONLYThe Cardiovascular Research Laboratory at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and Harvard Medical School is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our team studying the role of vascular function in skeletal health and disease. Our research combines human physiology, biomedical engineering and clinical investigation to advance understanding of bone blood flow regulation and its contribution to skeletal fragility in type 1 diabetes, aging, fracture healing, and other musculoskeletal conditions. This work is currently supported by the American Heart Association and the Discovery Center for Musculoskeletal Recovery at the Schoen Adams Research Institute.QualificationsPhD, MD, or equivalent degree in physiology, biomedical engineering, or a related fieldStrong quantitative and analytical skillsExperience in human physiology, biomedical instrumentation, optical imaging, signal processing, or related areasExcellent written and oral communication skillsA strong publication record and commitment to scientific excellence.Opportunities:Full postdoctoral salary support ($72,000 to 76,000 depending on experience)Training opportunities for career development, mentorship, and collaboration with experts in human physiology, bone biology, optical imaging, and biomedical engineering.IMPORTANT – APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSThis is a courtesy posting. Please do not submit your application through the Workday \"Apply\" button.To be considered for this position, email your CV, cover letter describing your research interests and goals, a full list of publications, and contact information for three references to the hiring manager by clicking the link below. Click Here to Email Your ApplicationApplications submitted only through Workday will not be forwarded to the hiring manager and may not be reviewed.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location1575 Cambridge StreetEEO Statement:1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.