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Research Associate/Post Doc Fellow

Dr. Sariah Khormaee

Full-Time

Hospital for Special Surgery, #1 in Orthopedics for the last 13 years, is currently looking for a Research Associate/Post Doc Fellow.

Overview:

A position is available for a candidate at the Hospital for Special Surgery within the Khormaee Lab focused on biologic/material interface in spinal devices. Qualified candidates must have a recent Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent in bioengineering, molecular and cellular biology, bone biology or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: live cell imaging, cell/tissue engineering, molecular biology techniques and/or implant surface materials fabrication.

We are looking for an individual with the following character traits, abilities, and skills:

• Experience in assessment of tissues adjacent to implants, including histology, confocal imaging and uCT
• Experience in cell handling (tissue culture, FACS), tissue/cellular imaging preferred
• Interest in the surface properties of materials currently or potentially used in spine surgery, and how those surfaces affect biologically relevant cellular/tissue behaviors
• Expertise using scientific and statistical computing software, such as STATA, MATLAB and R optional, but helpful
• Interest or experience in mechanical characterization of biological tissues or models of biologic substrates (e.g. hydrogels), primarily at the micro and nanoscale, optional but helpful
• Highly self-motivated, able to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams including engineers, biologists, clinicians and statisticians

A record of peer reviewed publications and enthusiasm for preparation/publication of grant applications and manuscripts

Full applications including curriculum vitae and expected availability date should be submitted via email to: khormaees@hss.edu

• PhD Required, PhD candidates with expected impending graduation are also encouraged to apply.
• Two Years of experience (Preferred)

• Familiarity with computers and software including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of orthopedic and rheumatologic terminology is a plus.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong customer service orientation

• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions.
• Proficient in the use of computers and software, including Microsoft Excel and Word. Ability to analyze data and translate into both lay and scientific terms. Ability to use technical ability to trouble shoot and work independently