Program Director, Pitt Trauma Research Center
University of Pittsburgh
Pitt Trauma Research Center- Research Program Director
The Pitt Trauma Research Center in the Department of Surgery, University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Research Director for a non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Research Assistant Professor. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to meaningful research and its contribution to a health system that strives to conduct cutting edge research related to life-threatening acute medical problems with trauma and its consequences. With the strong support of the Department of Surgery and UPMC, we aim to fulfill our mission goals and contribute to the growth and prestige of our supporting institutions.
The Program Director, in collaboration with the Center’s Executive Committee and the Department Chair, is responsible for providing overarching direction of the research initiatives of the Center and will be responsible for independently coordinating, monitoring and organizing multiple projects. He/ she will recognize the need for innovation and develop new or revised research methodologies and approaches to accomplish the Centers goals. The incumbent will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and will establish metrics for which to measure and evaluate the success of the initiatives, as well as to identify opportunities for enhancements.
The incumbent will work as part of a team that includes principal investigators, clinicians, clinical coordinators, basic scientists, system biologists and research staff that all work individually as well as cohesively to investigate the mechanisms leading to immune dysregulation. This will require that the incumbent has an understanding of trauma, inflammation and /or immunology in order to keep the agenda moving forward. In addition, the incumbent should have clinical research and administrative experience, excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team to promote multiple projects simultaneously are highly preferred. Experience in research project management required. PhD or MD with at least 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.
Please send curriculum vitae, a statement describing interest in the position, qualifications and experience, and the names and addresses of at least three references to: Debra Williams at williamsd8@upmc.edu.
Post-doctoral position/Research Associate
University of South Florida, Tampa
A post-doctoral position is available in the laboratory of Matthias Majetschak in the Dept. of Surgery, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida, Tampa. Current projects are focused on the pathophysiology of vasodilatory shock and ARDS and on molecular aspects of GPCR heteromerization.
Post-doctoral position
University of Cincinnati Department of Surgery
A post-doctoral position is available in the Trauma Shock Inflammation Research Group at the University of Cincinnati. Current projects are focused on the inflammatory response to hemorrhagic shock and resuscitation.
Post-doctoral position
US Army Institute of Surgical Research
Open to US citizens. State-of-the-art intravital microscopy, trauma and hemorrhagic shock. Excellent support and outstanding facilities at the US Army Institute of Surgical Research in San Antonio, Texas. Stipend $55k and up depending on experience. Relocation allowance. Apply now!
Post-doctoral position
US Army Institute of Surgical Research
Open to US citizens. State-of-the-art intravital microscopy, trauma and hemorrhagic shock. Excellent support and outstanding facilities at the US Army Institute of Surgical Research in San Antonio, Texas. Stipend $55k and up depending on experience. Relocation allowance. Apply now!
Postdoctoral Research Position in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN, USA
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Description of Position
A postdoctoral position is immediately available in the laboratories of Drs. Lorraine Ware and Julie Bastarache. The Ware/Bastarache translational research group studies pathogenic mechanisms of sepsis and acute lung injury with a specific focus on mechanisms of lung epithelial and endothelial injury. A major focus is on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of cell-free hemoglobin-mediated lung epithelial and microvascular endothelial permeability. This postdoctoral fellowship will afford the fellow the opportunity to drive this project forward using a multitude of tools and models available in the Ware/Bastarache group including primary and immortalized cell culture, multiple genetically modifed mouse lines, mouse models of acute lung injury and sepsis as well as the ex vivo perfused human lung.
Qualifications for the Position
Candidates must have an MD and/or PhD in a related medical or biological sciences field. Successful candidates should be self-starters and highly motivated to thrive in a rich research environment. Expertise with cell culture and mouse studies is required. Specific expertise in mitochondrial biology, apoptosis, and/or redox biology would be helpful but is not required. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively, possess strong oral and written communication skills and have a strong foundation in bench science. Responsibilities include designing and implementing experiments, data collection and review, abstract and manuscript preparation and local and national scientific presentations. A successful fellow will leave the program with a broad knowledge of acute lung injury and sepsis, a robust scientific skillset, expertise in a wide range of laboratory techniques and an opportunity for presentation and publication.
Post doctoral researcher
Feinstein Institute
Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset NY. The post-doc will work in the laboratory of Professor Valentin Pavlov at the Center for Biomedical Science and Bioelectronic Medicine. The post-doc will perform preclinical research mainly focused on brain mechanisms with a role in the regulation of innate immunity and inflammation and brain function alterations in inflammatory and metabolic disease, including sepsis and obesity-driven disorders.
