Post-doctoral positions in vascular metabolomics
The Vascular Kinetics Laboratory in the Fischell Department of Bioengineering at the University of Maryland (UMD) has openings for postdoctoral fellows to work on externally funded, multi-year vascular metabolomics projects. The overall goal of our lab is to understand how altered hemodynamics and metabolism jointly contribute to cardiovascular disease disparities in diverse populations.
The new postdoctoral fellows will lead an NIH R01-funded project. We are using an integrated experimental and computational bioengineering approach to study vascular metabolism and transport in altered metabolic states (e.g., high blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides) to enable comprehensive, personalized metabolic therapies that reduce cardiovascular disease morbidity and mortality for all people. The project will include a combination of in vitro 3D multi-cellular models (endothelial cells, vascular smooth muscle cells, red blood cells); in silico isotope-assisted metabolic flux analysis (iMFA) models; and ex vivo vasodilation models (pressure myography). Postdoctoral fellows will be encouraged to expand this project through collaborations (e.g., with exercise physiologists or health disparities investigators) and pursue independent research directions.
Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience with in vitro vascular cell culture, experimental or computational metabolomics (especially metabolic mass spectrometry), and in vivo murine vascular disease models or ex vivo pressure myography. For candidates with expertise in related areas, training opportunities are available. Applicants should be able to work independently and be self-motivated with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Key Dates:
Application review: October - November 2024
Interviews: December 2024
Target start date: January - June 2025 (flexible)
For more information—including details on how to apply—download the position flyer (PDF).
Research Associate Position in Regenerative Medicine
One Research Associate position is available immediately in Dr. Tao Lowe’s Biomaterials for Translational Research Laboratory at the University of Maryland. The qualified candidate will work on projects in developing biomaterials for tissue engineering and controlled drug delivery. The individual will be primarily responsible for the biomaterial designs, syntheses, characterizations and evaluations. The position will also entail conducting in vitro cell culture and ex vivo and in vivo animal work. The individual will conduct data analysis, reporting, manuscript and grant writing, and supervision of junior lab members.
The position is available immediately, but the start date is negotiable.
Qualifications: PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related field. Candidates must have strong work ethic, and possess technical, critical thinking, interpersonal and written communication skills. They should also have strong skills in polymer and organic synthesis, mass spectroscopy and cell culture with excellent publication record of first-authorship. Candidates with prior successful fellowship/funding records are preferred.
For more information—including details on how to apply—download the position flyer (PDF).
Postdoctoral Fellow Position in Regenerative Medicine
One Postdoctoral Fellow position is available immediately in Dr. Tao Lowe’s Biomaterials for Translational Research Laboratory at the University of Maryland. The qualified candidate will work on projects in developing biomaterials for tissue engineering and controlled drug delivery. The individual will be primarily responsible for the biomaterial designs, syntheses, characterizations and evaluations. The position will also entail conducting in vitro cell culture and ex vivo and in vivo animal work. The individual will conduct data analysis, reporting, manuscript and grant writing, and supervision of junior lab members.
The position is available immediately, but the start date is negotiable.
Qualifications: PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related field. Candidates must have strong work ethic, and possess technical, critical thinking, interpersonal and written communication skills. They should also have strong skills in polymer and organic synthesis, mass spectroscopy and cell culture with excellent publication record of first-authorship.
For more information—including details on how to apply—download the position flyer (PDF).
Postdoctoral Research Associate: Redox-Based Synthetic Biology, Electrogenetics
Applications are sought for two Postdoctoral Associate positions in the group of Dr. Wlliam E. Bentley of the Fischell Department of Bioengineering, the Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology Research, and the Robert E. Fischell Institute for Biomedical Devices. The successful candidates will work in an interdisciplinary group to develop novel experimental and theoretical approaches to exploit redox processes for electronically controlling gene expression, bacterial consortia, and as well as innovative bioelectronic devices.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Molecular and Cell Biology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related field with expertise in cell and protein engineering. Candidates should have strong experimental experience, a quantitative thought process, excellent communication skills (oral and written), and a track record indicating successful and productive research.
Preferences: Experience with biomanufacturing settings and/or data analytics would be desired but not required.
Applications: Applicants should send their cover letter, curriculum vitae and names/contact information of three references to: William E. Bentley (bentley@umd.edu).
Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Please download the position flyer (PDF) for additional information.