Postdoctoral Researcher in Cardiovascular Research

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania Cardiovascular Institute is seeking one or two postdoctoral fellows to join a project on vascular function and immunity in cardiovascular disease. The role involves studying molecular mechanisms of cardiac repair after myocardial infarction with emphasis on endothelial biology, vessel formation, and immune modulation.

Ideal candidates have strong molecular/cellular biology skills, experience with animal models, and a background in cardiology or vascular biology.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Study vascular function and immunity in cardiovascular disease.
• Investigate molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac repair after myocardial infarction.
• Develop regenerative therapeutics by targeting ischemic microenvironments.
• Collaborate with lab members and contribute to project planning and data interpretation.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Animal models

Endothelial biology

Education

PhD in a related field

Job description

The laboratory of Dr. Yanqing (Anna) Gong and Yi Fan in the Cardiovascular Institute at the University of Pennsylvania is seeking one or two highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellows to join a research project investigating vascular function and immunity in cardiovascular disease.

We aim at understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying cardiac repair after myocardial infarction with a focus on vessel tube formation, endothelial cell plasticity and immune modulation. The goal of this study is to develop new regenerative therapeutics by targeting hostile ischemic microenvironment to promote cardiac repair after myocardial infarction. We are also interested in immunotherapy for cardiovascular disease using CAR-T or engineered myeloid cells, promising strategies that our laboratories have developed for treating cancer. More information about the laboratories can be found at

https://www.med.upenn.edu/apps/faculty/index.php/g275/p8688889

https://www.med.upenn.edu/apps/faculty/index.php/g20002840/p8679288

We encourage applications from highly motivated individuals with a background in cardiology, vascular biology, immunology or related fields. Practical experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques and animal models is required. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in endothelial biology and cardiovascular research.

Applications should be sent through Interfolio and should include:

1. Curriculum vitae (with names and contact information for three references)

2. Brief statement of prior research experience and current interests

3. Contact information for three (3) references

Questions can be directed to: [e-mail].

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.