Positions

Postdoctoral Researcher in Brain Monitoring after Cardiac Arrest

We are recruiting a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to investigate electrophysiological and cellular mechanisms of brain injury after cardiac arrest with therapeutic hypothermia, including using in vitro and in vivo models for brain monitoring by EEG, somatosensory evoked potentials and neuronal spikes.

We are looking for a highly motivated, independent, interactive, and career-oriented research individual, with a PhD in neuroscience or neuroengineering and with hands-on experience in translational animal models. Experience in neuroscience, electrophysiology, brain injury and related translational model and molecular/cellular biology is a prerequisite. Proven superior knowledge and research ability in two or more of these areas are desirable: ischemia brain injury, therapeutic hypothermia, signal processing, electrophysiology, small animal surgery, brain imaging (MRI or PET), and neurobehavioral testing. Good English skills are desired.

A successful candidate will possess interdisciplinary skills and hands-on experience in conducting cellular and animal studies based on a detailed understanding of neuroscience of brain injury. The research projects of our team focus on these targets with the primary goals of discovering new therapeutic strategies for brain injury and elucidating the underlying electrophysiological and cellular mechanisms. The postdoctoral researcher will assist in planning experiments, methods development, and will conduct productive research in the fields of brain monitoring and therapeutic hypothermia.

The research environment is outstanding. Funding for the position is from the NIH and is currently available. Position is available for immediate occupancy for a 1-2 year appointment, contingent on background experience, performance, and continued availability of funding. Individuals who are interested should send a detailed CV, a brief statement of research plan, interests and skills, and the names of three references to Xiaofeng Jia, M.D, Ph.D.

Postdoctoral Researcher in Bone or Peripheral Nerve Regeneration

We are recruiting a highly qualified postdoctoral researcher to investigate stem cell therapy after peripheral nerve injury or bone defect, including using in vitro and in vivo models for nerve or bone regeneration. 

We are looking for a highly motivated, and career-oriented research individual, with a PhD in cell biology, neuroscience or a related field. Experience in standard tissue culture, immunobiochemistry, immunocytochemistry, RT-PCR, and small animal surgery is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and in collaboration are necessary. Willingness to learn new techniques is essential.

Cell biology and proven superior knowledge and expertise, as demonstrated by a solid publication record, in two or more of these areas are desirable: a) stem cell biology, b) electrophysiology, c) basic experimental or translational neuroscience research interests in peripheral nerve injury or bone regeneration, d) translational animal models, or e) neurobehavioral testing. A successful candidate will possess interdisciplinary skills and hands-on experience in conducting cellular and animal studies based on a detailed understanding of neuroscience of peripheral nerve or bone regeneration after injury. The postdoctoral researcher will assist in planning experiments, methods development, and will conduct productive research in the fields of stem cell and peripheral nerve or bone regeneration. Strong technical skills and capabilities to do independent research would be most desirable.

The position is available for immediate occupancy for a 1-2 year appointment, contingent on background experience, performance, and continued availability of funding. Individuals who are interested should submit a detailed CV, a brief statement including a research plan, interests and skills, and the names of three references, and a short description of their doctoral training and future research goals to Xiaofeng Jia, M.D, Ph.D.