Post Doc Fellow, Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

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As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day.

The Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff.

A full-time Post Doc Fellow position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jialiang Liang in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. This role integrates expertise in cellular and stem cell biology, cardiovascular biology, gene delivery, and molecular biology to advance innovative research in cardiovascular science. The fellow will design and execute experiments and analyze research data in the areas of cardiovascular regenerative medicine, cardiac fibrosis, and heart failure treatment, ensuring all work is appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of the University of Cincinnati.

Positions are temporary appointments as a research trainee.

• Conduct molecular biology, cell biology, CRISPR screening, AAV/LNP preparation, cardiac function assessment, and immunohistochemistry experiments, while optimizing experimental protocols and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Establish cardiovascular disease and surgical mouse models, collect experimental specimens, and carry out related research activities.
• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results.
• Participate/assist in manuscript writing for publication in scientific journals and/or presentation; may assist in grant writing.
• Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• Lab maintenance, including equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies, as needed.
• May teach techniques to others, train, and mentor junior research staff.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from the faculty supervisor and from other faculty members as well.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

• Doctoral Degree, or the recognized…