Post Doc Fellow, Division of Cardiovascular Health & Disease

Post Doc Fellow, Division of Cardiovascular Health & Disease Parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan Job Description Job Overview The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Health & Disease is recruiting a full‑time Post Doctoral Fellow to work with Dr. Christy Holland and Dr. Kevin Haworth to develop targeted echogenic agents with therapeutic loading that would be ultrasonically triggered by a catheter in arteries to improve blood flow. Passive and active ultrasound imaging approaches will be implemented to monitor theragnostic agents and provide feedback for optimization of therapeutic delivery. These research programs involve both in vitro and in vivo animal studies. The postdoctoral fellow will collaborate with basic scientists, engineers, and clinicians at the University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, the University of Texas Health Science Center Houston, and Boston Scientific Corporation. Responsibilities Implement passive and active ultrasound imaging approaches to monitor theragnostic agents and provide feedback for optimization of therapeutic delivery. Perform in vitro and in vivo studies to provide important new information and assist in the development of an endovascular ultrasound system to improve blood flow after stent deployment in the coronaries and peripheral arteries. Perform in vitro experiments involving ultrasound‑mediated pioglitazone delivery. Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts and presentations of research results. Write and submit manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and provide presentations at national and international scientific meetings. Assist in writing grant proposals. Keep informed of developments in field to maintain and enhance professional expertise. Maintain laboratory, including equipment and ordering of supplies, as needed. Teach research protocols and techniques to others, train, and mentor graduate students, and undergraduate biomedical engineering co‑op and capstone students. Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities. Play an active role in seeking career and research advice, both from Dr. Holland and Haworth and from other faculty members. Required Education Doctoral Degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or another related discipline. Required Experience Experience in experimental biomedical ultrasound or acoustic imaging. May require experience with specialized software programs such as MATLAB. Physical Requirements / Work Environment Office environment. No specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well‑being, financial security, and work‑life balance. Highlights include: Competitive salary based on experience. Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription). Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs. Professional development & mentorship opportunities. Comprehensive tuition remission for you and eligible dependents. Robust retirement plans (state pension plans or Alternative Retirement Plan). Paid parental leave, paid holidays, vacation and sick time. Application Information To apply, create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. Contact: UC HR at View email address on click.appcast.io for questions about the recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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