(US-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh) A post-doctoral research associate is sought for an NIH-funded vascular tissue engineering project. This position will integrate with ongoing research, including studies on the effects of biophysical forces on stem cell differentiation (and subsequent physiology and function of differentiated cells) and on the fabrication and functional assessment of a tissue engineered blood vessel construct. The candidate will interface with cell biologists, molecular biologists, vascular surgeons and bioengineers. The candidate will supervise and perform experiments on cultured cells using parallel plate flow chambers and cyclic strain devices, and on 3D constructs, including tissue-engineered blood vessels. The candidate should have extensive experience in experimental techniques. Desirable skills include sterile technique, surgical dissection, handling of blood vessels, tissue culture, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, protein and molecular biology assays, etc. A background (PhD) in cell/molecular biology, or bioengineering/tissue engineering is preferred. The ability and willingness to write manuscripts and grant proposals is also necessary. Candidates must already have (or be in the position to easily obtain) authorization to work in the United States. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
(US-Massachusetts-Boston) The successful candidate will work in a team testing new instruments and developing reagents and applications for molecular biology Instrumentation. The candidate will be expected to design and execute experiments, to interpret results and make coherent written and verbal summaries of results. Experience in Molecular biology and excellent communication skills are required. Experience with PCR, real time (quantitative) PCR, and/or DNA sequencing is required. Experience with instrument development is preferred but not required. Ph.D. in molecular biology, or related field, or Master’s degree and 5+ years experience Laboratory experience required. Industry experience preferred.
