Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Surgery
Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, United States
The Ibrahim Lab in the Department of Surgery at the University of Virginia is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to perform and assist with studies concerning cardiac microstructure, T‑tubule biology, and translational heart failure research.
Research responsibilities include working with small and large animals and performing/assisting with in vitro and in vivo experiments related to ongoing studies, including:
Surgical procedures
T‑tubule and dyadic remodeling in human heart failure
Myocardial slice physiology as a high‑fidelity human model
Advanced confocal and super‑resolution imaging
Mechanistic calcium signaling and excitation‑contraction coupling
Translating structural biology insights toward device and therapeutic innovation
Assistance with collection and entry of data in electronic media
Supporting daily lab activities, maintenance, and general laboratory upkeep
Ordering/purchasing materials and supplies, including purchasing through the procurement system
Other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team‑oriented individual with a willingness to learn, collaborate, and take on new challenges. Candidates must be able to:
Perform routine laboratory data analysis and research procedures
Independently prepare solutions and reagents
Perform or learn to work with animal models (including surgical techniques; training provided if necessary)
Work diligently with strong attention to detail
Analyze and organize work procedures; plan and execute tasks/experiments; interpret and report findings, writing skills
Work a flexible schedule when required, including occasional additional hours, to support time‑sensitive transplant needs that may occur at any time
Train in and comply with BSL‑2 procedures
Demonstrate reproducibility and strong critical thinking skills
Postdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years and who will be involved in full‑time research or scholarship at the University. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full‑time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Biology, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
Physical Demands
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
This is an exempt‑level, benefited position.
This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on‑site.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Research responsibilities include working with small and large animals and performing/assisting with in vitro and in vivo experiments related to ongoing studies, including:
Surgical procedures
T‑tubule and dyadic remodeling in human heart failure
Myocardial slice physiology as a high‑fidelity human model
Advanced confocal and super‑resolution imaging
Mechanistic calcium signaling and excitation‑contraction coupling
Translating structural biology insights toward device and therapeutic innovation
Assistance with collection and entry of data in electronic media
Supporting daily lab activities, maintenance, and general laboratory upkeep
Ordering/purchasing materials and supplies, including purchasing through the procurement system
Other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team‑oriented individual with a willingness to learn, collaborate, and take on new challenges. Candidates must be able to:
Perform routine laboratory data analysis and research procedures
Independently prepare solutions and reagents
Perform or learn to work with animal models (including surgical techniques; training provided if necessary)
Work diligently with strong attention to detail
Analyze and organize work procedures; plan and execute tasks/experiments; interpret and report findings, writing skills
Work a flexible schedule when required, including occasional additional hours, to support time‑sensitive transplant needs that may occur at any time
Train in and comply with BSL‑2 procedures
Demonstrate reproducibility and strong critical thinking skills
Postdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years and who will be involved in full‑time research or scholarship at the University. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full‑time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Biology, Chemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
Physical Demands
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
This is an exempt‑level, benefited position.
This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on‑site.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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