Research Fellow

COMPANY INFORMATION

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (TLI) is Los Angeles County's preeminent independent, not-for-profit biomedical research hub, excelling in transforming scientific breakthroughs into practical therapies. With a $90 million annual budget, TLI is home to over 150 investigators and 500 staff, advancing 600 projects in areas such as Infection and Immunity, Cancer, and Women's Health. Founded in 1952, the Institute continues to train physician-scientists and manage healthcare programs for 60,000 underserved families throughout South Los Angeles.

SUMMARY

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will conduct basic and translational research investigating the mechanisms regulating vascular permeability during sepsis. The research will focus on endothelial cell responses to physiological shear stress and signaling pathways associated with vascular leakage. The Fellow will conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, prepare manuscripts and figures for publication, and present research findings in laboratory and scientific meetings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform experiments using vascular endothelial cell monolayers under shear stress conditions to investigate vascular leak in sepsis.
• Perform real-time measurements of endothelial barrier function and permeability using Electrical Cell-Substrate Impedance Sensing (ECIS).
• Perform molecular biology techniques, including Western blotting, ChIP assays, cell culture, and analysis of signaling pathways.
• Maintain animal colonies and perform permeability studies
• Use human blood vessel organoids to investigate vascular permeability pathways
• Prepare research figures and manuscripts for publication.
• Present research findings in laboratory meetings and scientific forums.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the research program and organizational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant biomedical/biological science discipline
• Research experience in endothelial biology, vascular biology, sepsis, or related field
• Experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques
• Experience analyzing and interpreting experimental data
• Ability to communicate research findings effectively

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fluid shear stress models
• Experience with vascular permeability assays
• Experience with vascular organoids
• Experience with animal models
• Experience with ECIS
• Prior peer-reviewed publications

EDUCATION

PhD from an accredited research university

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and work in a laboratory environment for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry laboratory supplies up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate laboratory equipment and perform research procedures.
• Ability to use a computer for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work Environment
• Research laboratory setting.
• Exposure to biological specimens, laboratory chemicals, and research animals.
• Compliance with all institutional safety protocols and animal care regulations.

Please ensure your application is complete and signed; incomplete submissions will not be considered .

Position requires a background check and health clearance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Drug-Free Workplace