POSTDOC IN THE MELERO-MARTIN LABORATORY - DEPARTMENT OF CARDIAC SURGERY, BOSTON CHILDREN'S

Bostonpostdocs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical research institution in Boston seeks highly motivated postdoctoral research fellows to explore mechanisms of vascular network formation from pluripotent stem cells. Candidates should have a strong background in molecular biology and experience with stem cell culture. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative research in regenerative medicine and vascular biology.

Qualifications

• A record of innovative publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Independent in scientific research and writing.
• Ethical conduct in research.

Responsibilities

• Investigate vascular networks formed from pluripotent stem cells.
• Develop approaches to therapeutic vascularization and tissue regeneration.
• Study fate-determining transcription factors for human vascularized organoids.

Skills

Experience with stem cell culture

Molecular biology

Animal models

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Interest in regenerative medicine

Education

Ph.D., Sc.D., or equivalent degree

Job description

Postdoc in the Melero-Martin Laboratory - Department of Cardiac Surgery, Boston Children’s

The Melero-Martin laboratory seeks highly motivated post-doctoral research fellows to investigate the mechanism by which vascular networks are formed from pluripotent stem cells and to develop novel approaches to therapeutic vascularization and tissue regeneration. We are also looking for candidates to study the use of fate-determining transcription factors to generate human vascularized organoids. Current NIH-funded (R01) projects at the Melero-Martin lab include: 1) Enhancing endothelial cell engraftment via transplantation of exogenous mitochondria, 2) Regulation of endothelial cell specification, 3) Vascular networks genetically engineered for protein drug delivery, and 4) Human endothelial cell regulation of ossification. All work will involve human stem cell culture, molecular biology, and mouse xenograft models.

Department of Cardiac Surgery, Boston Children’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School

Lab website: meleromartinlab.com

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Sc.D., or equivalent degree (or soon to be completed)
• A record of innovative publications (first-authored publications in peer-reviewed journals)
• Experience with stem cell culture, molecular biology, and animal models is highly desirable
• Independent in scientific research and writing, self-motivated, and ethical
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interest in regenerative medicine

How to apply

To apply, please submit a CV, a brief statement of current and future career goals, and contact information of three references to Dr. Melero-Martin ([e-mail]). Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.

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Position details: Postdoctoral research role in vascular biology and tissue engineering with a focus on pluripotent stem cell-derived vascular networks and organoid models.