Description

Job Description

The Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at the University of Maryland Baltimore, School of Medicine is looking for a talented postdoctoral fellow with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position offers an opportunity to work on translational research projects in the field of pulmonary fibrosis using animal and primary cell culture models, single-cell, and spatial transcriptomics approaches. The successful candidate will be expected to build a publication record in high-profile scientific journals and apply for internal and extramural funding that will facilitate his/her career development in an academic environment.

Duties:

Working with primary cell culture systems, 3D culture systems, small animal models of organ fibrosis, flow cytometry, immunofluorescent imaging, RT-qPCR, western blotting, gene silencing and overexpression, strong skills in troubleshooting experiments, data analysis, and interpretation are required. Basic knowledge of working and analyzing large data sets, such as bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, is highly desired.

Others:

Candidates, with strong publication record, will be prioritized. Prior experience in working with primary alveolar epithelial cells, endothelial cells, fibroblasts, protein palmitoylation and/or methylated RNA biology is plus.



Qualifications

Qualifications:

Education Required: Ph.D. or relevant advanced degree.

Experience Required: None Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to prepare and present research findings at research meetings, ability to work independently and to work effectively within the team, strong skills in manuscript writing, and ability to work under stringent deadlines.