Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

The Cardiovascular Research Laboratory at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital and Harvard Medical School is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to study the role of vascular function in skeletal health and disease.

This work blends human physiology, biomedical engineering and clinical investigation to advance understanding of bone blood flow regulation and its impact on musculoskeletal conditions, with current support from the American Heart Association.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in physiology or biomedical engineering.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Experience in human physiology, biomedical instrumentation, optical imaging, or signal processing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong publication record and commitment to scientific excellence.

Responsibilities

• Train and conduct independent research under HMS collaboration.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Publication record

Education

PhD, MD, or equivalent in physiology or biomedical engineering

Job description

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Job Summary

The 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.

Qualifications

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.
• A strong publication record and commitment to scientific excellence.

Opportunities

Training opportunities for career development, mentorship, and collaboration with experts in human physiology, bone biology, optical imaging, and biomedical engineering

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

$70,000 - $71,500

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO 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.

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