Post Doctoral Fellow

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

Boston, MA, US
Fully remote
Ph.d. in molecular or cellular biology
In vivo mouse disease modeling
Aseptic technique for cell culture
The position involves investigating mechanisms of endothelial cell dysfunction in the context of fibrotic lung diseases like scleroderma-associated ILD and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Job Summary

  • The position involves investigating mechanisms of endothelial cell dysfunction in the context of fibrotic lung diseases like scleroderma-associated ILD and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
  • Candidates will utilize both animal modeling of lung disease in mice and in vitro cell culture work with human microvascular endothelial cells.
  • This well-funded three-year project starting in 2026 offers opportunities to generate high-impact publications and prepare for a career in academia or industry.

Matching Summary

The position involves investigating mechanisms of endothelial cell dysfunction in the context of fibrotic lung diseases like scleroderma-associated ILD and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Molecular or Cellular Biology
  • In vivo mouse disease modeling
  • Aseptic technique for cell culture
  • Western blotting and qRT-PCR proficiency
  • Design and execution of in vitro studies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with primary cell isolation
  • Knowledge of 3D cell culture systems
  • Flow cytometry and cell sorting skills
  • Confocal imaging and histology exposure
  • Bioinformatics and large dataset analysis

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. degree required
  • 0-1 year post-graduate experience preferred
  • Prior post-doctoral experience encouraged

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