美国路易斯维尔大学血管生物学/心血管设备博士后职位

Postdoc Positions for Vascular Biology / Cardiovascular Devices

Departments of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery and Bioengineering at the University of Louisville, a national leader in cardiovascular device development and mechanical circulatory support therapies, is seeking two qualified Postdoctoral Associates in the field of Biomedical Engineering and/or related disciplines. Qualified applicants must be self-motivated, creative, and dependable and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. These position are available immediately and will be filled as soon as appropriate candidates are identified. Selected candidates will have the great potential to grow to establish independent research programs. Salary is competitive with an excellent benefits package. The University of Louisville is an AA/EO Employer. See individual position descriptions and application instructions below.

Position #1 
Responsibilities: 
The candidate will conduct research investigating cardiovascular responses to mechanical circulatory support (left ventricular assist devices, LVAD) in large-animal models of heart failure, with a specific focus on vascular remodeling and endothelial function. Candidates should have a solid understanding of cardiovascular physiology and vascular biology. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 
• Designing and independently performing full-scale scientific experiments. 
• Operating ex vivo perfusion systems including arterial sections, LVAD, and mock circulation flow loops. 
• Hemodynamic data collection in ex vivo and in vivo experiment models. 
• Collecting, processing, and storage/inventory of biologic tissues for experiments. 
• Presenting results at relevant scientific conferences and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.

Qualifications:
To be considered, an applicant should have a Ph.D. in Biomedical, Physiological, Biomolecular, or related disciplines. The ideal candidate’s experinece includes vascular function and biology assays, ex vivo perfusion systems, animal tissue handling, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescent staining and imaging, and RT-PCR. Experience and/or interest in medical imaging and medical device research & development would also be beneficial. Knowledge of engineering software (ex: MATLAB, LabView) and statistical analysis programsis desirable. Applicants should send a 1-page cover letter that describes their research experience and goals, cirriculum vitae, and contact information for at least 3 references to Kevin G. Soucy, Ph.D. at kevin.soucy@louisville.edu. 

Position #2 
Responsibilities:
• Performing engineering research activities such as: engineering design, prototyping, and bench-testing of novel blood contact medical devices. 
• Assisting in development of projects, design and fabrication of experimental apparatus necessary to conduct current research projects. 
• Compiling, analyses, and interprets research data and/or test information and research techniques; and records/reports results.
• Preparing manuscripts, scientific illustrations, journal articles and grant proposals. 

Qualifications:
The candidate should have a PhD degree in engineering with one year of experience in a relevant field of engineering, with mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering or biomedical engineering preferred. The ideal candidate's experience includes design and development of implantable medical devices. Hands-on" experience with instruments and devices, and engineering experimental skills would be valuable. Knowledge of CAD software is desirable.